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Originally Posted by ckelly78z View Post
5 years ago, we built a 104'x60' pole barn for a non-insulated, horse riding arena/stalls that has the trusses 14' off the floor/ground. We spent a total of about $40K on buying it, having it delivered (in pieces on the back of a semi trailer), and for some help in erecting it (local construction contractor who helped with the trusses, and skinning the roof.

I would say there is no reason in having the trusses more than 12' off the ground unless you were thinking of a walkable storage loft (about 5' high just under the trusses on our 14' height).
Pics? I'm going to measure the existing concrete pad this weekend and may go larger if it makes sense.



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Originally Posted by Seahawk View Post
I am sure you are aware, but just in case: Make sure the kit meets local codes, etc.

40 by 60 is nice!
yeah, definitely checking that out. town is business friendly so I expect things to go smoothly.


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Originally Posted by rfuerst911sc View Post
You might want to get a quote or two from local pole barn contractors if you have them . A pole barn can be a quick starting point for an enclosed building . Could be a good data point for you to make your final decision .
Thanks, going to add pole barns into the mix.



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Originally Posted by Mark Henry View Post
Agree my 2 post measured out at 11'-11" but it didn't count the rams which stuck out 2.5". I lucked out as the steel clad ceiling could bend just enough and I didn't hit on a truss.

My shop is a pole barn, steel clad inside and out, fully insulated and heated with 100amp service, that I built myself over a summer.
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