Eaves
Under the roof projection is defined as the part of the roof which protrudes over the outer wall of a building. At the gable end of Verge forms the roof overhang.
The primary purpose of the roof supernatant is to protect the outer wall from moisture by rainfall. Additionally, a large roof overhang in the summer sun protection and prevents overheating of the rooms. In the timber it ensures a constructive wood protection.
Construction Law
The outer edge closes the gutter with a. A superstructure of a building code limit is also overhang the eaves of the property boundary. In addition to the respective Land Use Ordinance ( BauNVO ) are mostly made in so-called designated building areas information on permitted roof overhangs.
- Roof
- Timber