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Lowest rod position
CARPORT GUIDE
One-sided forms and rods
Tie-rod membrane carport
Visible rods accompany a one-sided projection for linear parking rows.
FORM & FUNCTION
What this form means
A column, diagonal rod and roof create the recognizable side profile. The rod can affect circulation and service access, so establish bay and column lines before locating its roof connection.
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Door and reversing envelopes
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Connection protection and inspection
SITE FIT
Where it fits
Sites with a one-sided foundation strip, an open parking approach and room for the rod geometry.
DESIGN CHECKS
What to check in design
Check the rod’s lowest point, door opening, base protection and how rod connections can be inspected and maintained.
COMPARE OPTIONS
How it differs from neighbours
It displays a diagonal rod more prominently than the simpler 7-shaped form. For a raised roof profile, compare the tie-rod raised-crown version.
QUESTION & ANSWER
A common planning question
Do tie rods take up parking width?
That depends on location and height. Draw the vehicle envelope, door swing and rod clearance together, not only the canopy footprint.
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
- Lowest rod position
- Door and reversing envelopes
- Connection protection and inspection
CONTINUE EXPLORING
