Best Barns W004253050 Specifications

Obtaining a permit for your Best Barns or Sentry Buildings kit.

Building code oces and HOA’s may require dierent documents to obtain a permit. e homeowners rst step
is to contact their local code oce and ask what is needed for the size of building to be purchased.

Typically, the necessary documentation may include some or all of the following.

• Elevations showing at least two sides of structure.

• Site plan showing existing structures and proposed build site.

• Engineered drawings for truss system indicating snow and wind load ratings.*

• Cross sections of wall framing and foundation.

• Tie down locations for high wind load areas.

Permit requirements vary based on location. Some areas may not require a permit at all. e documents
provided by Best Barns or Sentry Buildings are intended to help the homeowner with the permit process but do
not guarantee a permit will be issued.** It is the homeowner’s responsibility to determine if a permit is required
and submit the necessary documentation if so.

* Engineered truss drawings stamped for your individual state can be obtained upon request. A deposit
will be required if shed or garage kit has not yet been purchased. Contact us directly at 800-245-1577 for further
details.

** Certain states such as Florida and California have stringent requirements for obtaining a permit.
Depending on your location, a civil engineer’s services may be required to provide necessary documents. ese
services are the homeowners responsiblity to obtain and are not included in the purchase of a shed or garage kit.

Before you order our kit or begin construction, obtain a building permit.
If additional documents are required contact [email protected].

MILLCREEK ELEVATION

12'x16' Foundation Size 12'-0" x 16'-0"
12'x20' Foundation Size 12'-0" x 20'-0"

Wall Framing: 2x4 Construction with 24" on
center stud spacing, single bottom plate and top
plate with 2x4 tie plates.

2nd Loft Floor: Loft floor on each end with a
4' wide access opening between loft sections.

Siding: Louisianna-Pacific 'SmartPanel' 8"
o.c. groove, primed ready to paint

Floor: Sold optionally

3/4" Plywood

Roof System: 2x4 trusses spaced 24" on center,
(see engineered truss drawing for load ratings).
7/16" OSB roof sheathing. Shingles by owner.

Exterior Trim: White pine trim for corners,
door, gable trim and front and back fascia. Primed
ready to paint.

Hardware: Nails for all framing, door hardware
and metal hurricane hangers for trusses included.

Deluxe Floor (optional accessory): 4x4 treated
runners can be installed directly on the grass. The
runners elevate the floor providing air flow
eliminating moisture. 12' wide floor has four
runners. Floor covering is 3/4" plywood.

4x4 Treated
Runners

a division of Reynolds Building Systems, Inc.205 Arlington Drive, Greenville, PA 16125

2x4 Treated

Joist 16" o.c.

Best Barns model:________

___ft. wide x ___ft. long

Concrete Slab

Wood Floor

2x4 Studs 24” o.c.

Manufactured by:
Reynolds Building Systems, Inc.
205 Arlington Drive
Greenville, PA 16125
phone: [phone]
fax: [phone]

Common Foundation

Cross Sections

is document illustrates common
foundation types which can be
used for construction of Best Barns
12 . wide structures. Alteration
may be necessary to conform to
homeowners intended use and or
permitting requirements.

Drawings not to scale.

Instructions:

__ ga Wire Mesh

__” Thick Cement

__” Deep Gravel

Homeowner Design

3/8” L.P. Smartside

2x4 Studs 16” o.c.

2x4 KD Plate

__ ga Rebar

Depth

3/8” L.P. Smartside

2x4 Plate

2x4 PT Joist Header

3/4” Plywood

2x4 PT Joists 16” o.c.

4x4 PT Timber

Check appropriate foundation cross
section and provide specications
as necessary.

Homeowner may also design and
draw in space provided for custom
foundation type.

Best Barns model: Millcreek

12ft. wide x ___ft. long

Manufactured by:
Reynolds Building Systems, Inc.
205 Arlington Drive

Greenville, PA 16125

phone: [phone]
fax: [phone]

2x4 Truss Member

Truss & Wall

Cross Section

Top of wall inclusive of wall
framing, lo oor, oor joists, joist
header and truss cross sections.

Drawing not to scale.

Instructions:

Homeowner may provide
additional information as
appropriate.

Notes:

Refer to installation manual for
further detail.

7/16” OSB Loft Flooring

Simpson LUS24

2x4 Floor Joist 24” o.c.

Simpson LUS24

2x6 Joist Header

7/16” OSB

2x4 Tie Plate

2x4 Wall Plate

2x4 So󰀩t Box

2x4 Header Jack

2x4 Stud 24” o.c.

3/8” L.P Smartside

Site Plan for:
_________________________

Manufactured by:
Reynolds Building Systems, Inc.
205 Arlington Drive
Greenville, PA 16125
phone: [phone]
fax: [phone]

Instructions:

Draw property line, existing
structures and proposed placement
of building.

Homeowner may also be required
to show trees and shubs. Check
with HOA or permit oce for
requirements.