When roof panels won't fit

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openspaceman
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When roof panels won't fit

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Is there a good reason or planning consideration in UK where the south facing roof is hipped why the framework for the panels cannot be extended beyond the hip . I can see wind loading would be a potential problem.
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nowty
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Re: When roof panels won't fit

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From memory I think there is a 200mm rule so it probably can slightly. I have a slight overhang over the edge of my kitchen extension roof were its advantageous to minimise shading.

Triangular panels are also available to help with this problem of hipped roofs.
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Re: When roof panels won't fit

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Plenty of room...
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