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Crown section and total height
CARPORT GUIDE
One-sided forms and rods
Tie-rod raised-crown carport
A raised crown adds height variation to the tie-rod cantilever silhouette.
FORM & FUNCTION
What this form means
“Raised crown” describes a roof surface lifting above the main silhouette; its high point and connections should be defined in section. The stronger profile also calls for a clearer membrane tension and drainage strategy.
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Rod and high-point connections
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Runoff path between high and low points
SITE FIT
Where it fits
Single-row parking where a more prominent roof profile and its height fit the surroundings.
DESIGN CHECKS
What to check in design
Identify crown high points, low edges, rod connections and runoff direction, plus nearby façades, trees and lights.
COMPARE OPTIONS
How it differs from neighbours
A basic tie-rod form emphasizes the diagonal and a simpler roof surface; the raised version needs extra detail for the lifted portion and drainage.
QUESTION & ANSWER
A common planning question
Does a raised crown automatically improve drainage?
No. High and low points, edge collection and discharge must be designed together; a raised portion may add new junctions.
START YOUR PROJECT
Send the site brief
Useful first materials for comparing a buildable canopy and an agreed work scope.
- Site location, photos and approximate dimensions
- Vehicle count, parking and walking routes
- Foundation constraints, drainage and adjacent structures
- Crown section and total height
- Rod and high-point connections
- Runoff path between high and low points
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