Community Development 16000 N. Civic Center Plaza Surprise, AZ 85374 Ph. 623-222-3000 Fax 623-222-3001 TTY: 623-222-1002 Patio Covers Patio covers are one-story, roofed or lattice structures not exceeding 12’ feet in height. Patio covers shall be used only for recreational outdoor living purposes and not as carports, garages, storage rooms, or habitable rooms. A building permit is required for all patio covers. Patio covers shall be permitted to be detached from or attached to a dwelling. Detached patio covers may require engineered design. Patio covers must be located a minimum of 5’ from the property line. Patio covers must also comply with the required zoning setbacks for the subdivision. For zoning information call 623-222-3183. If the project is located within a subdivision that has a homeowners association (HOA), it is recommended to secure architectural review prior to proceeding with the application. The City does not enforce or review provisions of the covenant, conditions, and restrictions (CC&Rs) of the HOA. Construction Specifications Footings Patio covers may require footings. Patio cover columns that carry 750 pounds or less can be placed on an approved 3.5” concrete patio slab. Patio cover columns that carry loads in excess of 750 pounds will require footings. Concrete footings must have a minimum compressive strength of 2500 psi and the minimum footing size for each post location is 12" x 12” x 6” and placed a minimum of 12" below the undisturbed ground surface. o Specify the footing size for each post location. Lumber and Connectors Commonly used lumber is Douglas Fir-Larch No. 2 or better and Hem-Fir No. 2 or better. Lumber must be grade marked and all exposed wood shall be protected from the weather by an exterior paint or varnish. The minimum height from the finished floor to the bottom of any beam is 6 feet 8 inches. Rafters must be sized according to tables in the 2018 International Residential Code, and beams must be sized to carry the calculated roof loads. Laminated beams may not be used in exposed locations unless they are approved for exterior use. Rafters may not be attached directly to the existing fascia or to roof truss tails. CD 11/2019 1 Community Development 16000 N. Civic Center Plaza Surprise, AZ 85374 Ph. 623-222-3000 Fax 623-222-3001 TTY: 623-222-1002 Rafters must bear on the existing wall top plate or attach directly to the house by a ledger board that butts directly against vertical framing. Any stucco or gypsum board covering the framing must be removed. The ledger board shall be at least the same size as the rafters and must be secured directly to the existing wall framing. From the ledger to the wall framing; a 3/8” x 5 1/2” minimum steel lag bolt and washer is required at each framing member. For masonry construction; a 1/2” x 7” minimum expansion bolt and washer spaced at 32” on center into a grouted cell is required. All connectors must be an approved type. o Specify the species, grade and dimensions for all wood framing members. o Specify which method the rafters will be attached to the existing wall of the house. o Specify all connectors; include the manufacturer and part number. Roof Slope and Material The minimum roof slope varies depending on the type of roofing material used. Minimum required roof slope: Material Slope Asphalt Shingles 2” per foot Clay Tile 2.5” per foot Mineral-Surfaced Roll Roofing 1” per foot o Specify the type of roofing material, underlayment, and roof slope. Ceiling Finishes Ceiling finish materials must be specified. Ceiling finishes utilizing gypsum board must comply with 2018 International Residential Code table R702.3.5. o Specify finish material type and dimension. o Specify fastener type, gauge and spacing. CD 11/2019 2 Community Development 16000 N. Civic Center Plaza Surprise, AZ 85374 Ph. 623-222-3000 Fax 623-222-3001 TTY: 623-222-1002 Ventilation Enclosed rafter spaces formed where ceilings are applied directly to the underside of roof rafters shall have cross ventilation for each separate space. Existing attic ventilation shall be maintained where ceilings are applied directly to the underside of the roof rafters. o Specify Ventilation Method Electrical Electrical information is required if receptacle outlets, lights or ceiling fans will be installed. Lights and Fans must be listed for exterior use. o Specify wire type and gauge, conduit type and diameter. o Specify power source. Patio Cover Details Please refer to the patio cover details on the following pages. You may copy these and use them as part of your submittal. CD 11/2019 3 SITE PLAN EXAMPLE REQUIRED DIMENSION PROPERTY LINE INDICATE OVERHEAD POWER LINE LOCATION DIM. Indicate North REQUIRED REQUIRED DIM. 8' P.U.E. 8' PROPOSED PATIO COVER REQUIRED DEM. REQUIRED DIMENSION REQUIREDDIM. REQUIRED DIMENSION RESIDENCE PROPERTY LINE PROPERTY PROPERTY LINE PROPERTY Include the location of all structures located within the property boundary. REQUIRED DIMENSION PROPERTY LINE Address: Parcel Number: Subdivision: Lot: Zoning: CD 11/2019 4 SEE DETAILS ON FOLLOWING SHEETS RAFTER ____X____X____@____O.C. ROOFING SHEATHING_________ OVERHANG UNDERLAYMENT_________ SLOPE_________ POST ____X____X____ BEAM ____X____X____ CD 11/2019 5 w -- \Jy/ " I � TAIL 1"1S SHEET - / I \ \ I " -- / PATIO KEY SECTION CENlERLINE OF POST AND FOOTING POST BASE ___> 4" CONCRETE SLAB 4" ABC OR SAND FILL EB PATIO POST FOOTING CD 11/2019 6 00 00 �- 0 0 0 0 5 CUT OVERHANG OFF, FLUSH W/ TOP PLATE G) GALVANIZED IRON DRIP EDGE G) @ 2 X ___ FASCIA G) N/A DOUBLE TOP PLATE G) PATIO BEAM, SEE PLAN FOR SIZE G) NEW JOISTS BEARING ON TOP G) POST BASE G) PLATE, SEE PLAN FOR SIZE @ POST, SEE PLAN FOR SIZE @ EXISTING STUD WALL @ UPLIFT CONNECTOR @ EA. ROOF RAFTER UPLIFT CONNECTOR @ EA. ROOF RAFTER G) PATIO RAFTER, SEE PLAN FOR SIZE & SPACING @ @ 1/2" SHEATHING G) 1/2" SHEATHING G) 2 x ___ SOLID BLOCKING @ 2 x ___ SOLID BLOCKING @ EDGE NAILING 8d @ 6" 0/C MIN. G) EDGE NAILING 8d @ 6" 0/C MIN. @ 3-16d/BAY TOENAILING TO TOP PLATE @ 3-16d/BAY TOENAILING TO TOP PLATE @ MINIMUM 2-10d NAIL PATIO BEAM W PATIO ROOF TO CONNECTION 0 EXISTING HOUSE CD 11/2019 7 o/4" MINIMUM DEPTH MINIMUM :2b GAUGE FLASHING/ COUNTER FLASHINGS CAULK AND SEAL LAP b" MINIMUM EACH V'IAY - PROVIDE DETAILS TO SHOV'I COMPLIANCE I /1 ROOF SHEATHING ROOF .JOIST I )-- / I I I \ I I SOLiD V'IOOD �I ______MET AL HANGER MEMBER OR SOLID GROUTED I CELL __ x __ CONTINUOUS LEDGER I I [REMOVE STUCCO LATH 4 FOAM FOR V'IOOD TO V'IOOO CONNECTION] I ATTACH LEDGER TO EXISTING V'IALL I WITH o/b" X S 1/2" LONG LAG BOLTS / AT lb" 0/C IN PRE DRILLED HOLES IN � FRAMED WALLS 1/2" X 1" LONG EXPANSION BOLTS AT EXISTING WALL A55EMBLIE5 ---( 32" 0/C INTO SOLID GROUTED CELLS -t FOR MASONRY WALLS PATIO ROOF TO EXISTING HOUSE CD 11/2019 8 Nailing Schedule Include the Nailing Schedule in the Final Plans. Building Elements # and Type of Fastener Spacing of Fasteners Joist to sill or girder, toe nail 3-8d Sole plate to joist or blocking, face nail 16d 16 - o.c. Top or sole plate to stud, end nail 2-16d Stud to sole plate, toe nail 3-8d or 2-16d Double studs, face nail 10d 24 – o.c. Double top plates, face nail 10d 24 – o.c. Sole plate to joist or blocking at braced wall panels 3-16d 16 – o.c. Double top plates, minimum 48-inch offset of end joints, face nail in lapped area 8-16d Blocking between joists or rafters to top plate, toe nail 3-8d Rim joist to top plate, toe nail 8d 6 – o.c. Top plates, laps at corners and intersections, face nail 2-10d Built-up header, two pieces with ½ - spacer 16 – o.c. each Edge 16d Ceiling joists to plate, toe nail 3-8d Continuous header to stud, toe nail 4-8d Ceiling joist, laps over partitions, face nail 3-10d Ceiling Joist to parallel rafters, face nail 3-10d Rafter to plate, toe nail 2-16d 1x brace to each stud and plate, face nail 2-8d Built-up corner studs 10d 24 – o.c. Roof rafters to ridge, valley to hip rafters toe nail 4-16d face nail 3-16d Rafter ties to rafters, face 3-8d Wood structural panels, subfloor, roof and wall sheathing to framing Fastener edges intermediate 5/16 – ½ 6d common nail (subfloor, wall) 6 12 8d common nail (roof) 6 12 19/32 – 1 8d common nail 6 12 1 1/8 – 1 ¼ 10d common nail or 8d deformed nail 6 12 Celluloisc fiberbd Sheathing 1 ½ galv. Roofing nail 3 6 a. All nails are smooth-common, box or deformed shanks except where otherwise stated. b. Nails shall be spaced at not more than 6 inches on center at all supports where spans are 48 inches or greater c. Four-foot-by-8-foot or 4-foot-by-9 foot panels shall be applied vertically. CD 11/2019 9.