Roof Deck Floor Framing Plan

The drawing shown combines a view of the framing with the decking installed above the beams.

Roof deck floor framing plan.

The process of framing a deck includes creating connections between joists beams and support posts in order to build a code compliant deck structure. Our plans include a framing plan front side elevations footing layout 3d rendering cover sheet material list and a typical details building guide. A plan view shows the deck as viewed from above. First you must make sure the roof is strong enough to support 55 lbs per square foot.

Consumer and builder accept all responsibility and liability for all aspects of the use of any plan found on this website. Gable end porches will also require an additional footing in the center of the side rim to transfer the truss or rafter loads to the footings because the framing of the roof is perpendicular to the floor framing. Any use of any plan on this website is at your own risk. Many porches use 22 diameter corner and intermediate footings.

This in depth section will teach diy builders to frame a deck from installing a ledger board and frost footings to framing the perimeter of the deck. Building a deck over a flat roof is very similar to building a deck over a concrete patio. Complete a plan overhead view. They are merely placed on top of another structure.

It illustrates the exact location of piers beams and joists. Many building departments require a local architect or engineer to design plans for porch roofs because of the increased snow roof and wind loads created by adding a roof. Building a shed roof over a deck. These deck plans plan are not considered valid unless approved by your local building inspector or structural engineer.

Many of the deck plans include features to make your deck unique including arbors pergolas built in benches and planter boxes. It also may include a partial view of the decking railing and any other structures attached to the deck.