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DESCRIPTION

A roofed structure above a stoop or platform supported on columns or pillars, which shields occupants from inclement whether and provides access to a building entrance.

STANDARDS

  1. No span between columns or pillars may be larger than the height of adjacent columns or pillars.
  2. A portico may not exceed the height of the primary ridge beam on the building element to which it attaches.
  3. A portico must be elevated on a platform at least 1 foot from the surface of the ground.

DIMENSIONS

Setback from facade n/a
Width (A) 3 ft 6 in min
Projection (B) 3 ft 6 in min, 8 ft max
Absolute Height n/a
Windows & Doors n/a
Height (C) 8 ft min
Length n/a
Area n/a
Eave Height n/a
Gable End Setback n/a
Top Plate Height n/a