Carports in Hillsborough County require building permits and must meet 140 mph wind load standards, setbacks, and architectural standards. Attached carports follow principal structure setbacks, while detached carports must observe accessory structure setbacks, typically 7 feet rear and 5 feet side.
The Florida Building Code requires carports to be designed for 140 mph wind uplift as open structures. Hillsborough County Development Services permits both aluminum manufactured and site-built carports. Metal carports must be engineered and anchored to foundation or approved ground anchors. Carports cannot occupy required front yards in most residential districts, though certain AS and AR agricultural districts allow front-yard carports.
Unpermitted carport: stop-work and after-the-fact permit. Non-engineered anchor: removal order after wind damage. Front-yard violation: zoning citation and removal.
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