Hello, I have a few questions regarding this 3 bay Carport. Im wondering if I can leave out the braces on the front side, to allow more room for entry of vehicles. As well, should the interior posts which support the ridge beam be connected to the plates with tie beams. Ive read that there is no thrust at the eaves if a stiff enough ridge beam is present, so Im hoping the 4 ties present would be enough. The frame is 24 by 30 with 3 foot cantilevered plates supporting the ( 5:12) dutch hip roof, I haven't finished this aspect yet on the pic. Im new to this forum and any suggestions would be great.
cheers
Ian