Planning glossary
Pitch
A roof-slope expression, often stated as vertical rise over a fixed horizontal run; usage can vary, so show the ratio explicitly.
Example
A 6:12 slope rises 6 units for each 12 horizontal units and has a slope factor of about 1.118.
Related concepts
Slope
Vertical change divided by horizontal distance, stated with an explicit direction and unit convention.
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The unsupported distance between defined supports for a structural element.
Read definitionElevation
Either a height relative to a datum or an orthographic view of a building face; context should make the meaning explicit.
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Definition boundaryThis planning definition is not a substitute for the definition in an adopted code, standard, contract, manufacturer instruction, or professional document. Confirm the controlling meaning for the project.