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Part 3 – Road Works

 

3.22    Verandahs

Where required by the District Plan, verandahs shall be provided to meet the dimensions shown in Figure 3.3.

 

Figure 3.3 - Verandah Details (click to enlarge)

Figure 3.3 - Verandah Details

Verandahs shall be constructed in accordance with the above diagram and the following:

  • The outer edge of the verandah shall be set back by 0.5 m from the pavement kerb.
  • Continuous with any adjacent verandahs to provide continuity of pedestrian shelter.
  • An appropriate height above the footpath to provide pedestrians with shelter from rain at a height of no less than 2.8 m and no higher than 3.5 m.
  • Of solid construction.
  • Any sign below the verandah shall be no less than 2.5 m from the footpath level and it’s size shall comply with District Plan requirements.
  • If under-verandah lighting is required, all fittings shall be vandal proof.
  • Awnings shall be a minimum of 2.5 m above the footpath level.
  • All drainage pipes for stormwater from the verandah shall not be exposed and be contained within the post or adjacent structure.
  • Any new posts shall be located as indicated on the drawing above and shall not interfere with any pedestrian or vehicular access.