Tag Archives: Carports

Kansas City, Kan. Enforcing Carport Ordinance

October 5, 2011 – 4:55 pm

Kansas City, Kan., began enforcing carport ordinances recently, and residents with non-compliant carports are preparing to fight.

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Newly-Found Appreciation for Carports?

August 17, 2011 – 3:01 pm

Carports are making a comeback — again. Here are some of the reasons these portable structures are being added to more homes.

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Be Careful with Carports and Portable Buildings During a Storm

June 2, 2011 – 1:48 pm

What can be done about a damaged carport? Here are some suggestions for securing and fixing a carport.

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Converted Garages and Carports in Costa Mesa, Calif.

May 12, 2011 – 8:27 pm

As garages are converted into living areas and cars placed under carports, make sure you follow all local zoning laws.

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East Texas Storm Blows Over Carport

April 26, 2011 – 2:02 pm

Carports and other portable shelters are strong enough to handle extreme weather, but in some cases, storms with winds over 100 mph can blow over a carport.

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Caring for Your Carport in Winter

February 15, 2011 – 3:08 pm

Your carport protects your vehicle in winter, but you need to still take care of your portable shelter, including cleaning off any snow and ice.

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Canadian Senior Argues Carports Would Assist the Elderly in the Snow

January 13, 2011 – 3:12 pm

Canadian town Kirkland has a ban on temporary carports, but a senior in the community wants this overturned.

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No Carport, No Driveway?

November 2, 2010 – 1:35 pm

When a garage is no longer in use, are carports still appropriate, code-compliant shelters?

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Should Carports Be Banned?

October 27, 2010 – 5:09 pm

Carports are a concern in Mount Airy, North Carolina, where some residents want them banned.

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The Costs of Carport Ordinances

October 12, 2010 – 1:14 pm

A change in carport ordinances can be costly for those having to remove a portable garage or similar portable building from their property.

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