Revised IR 31-1: Construction of Installation of Free-Standing, Open-Sided Structures on Public School and Community College Campuses

DSA revised IR 31-1 was revised to address design and field issues.
Published on January 12, 2023
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The Division of the State Architect (DSA) revised IR 31-1: Construction of Installation of Free-Standing, Open-Sided Structures on Public School and Community College Campuses clarifies requirements for the construction and installation of shade structures on public school and community college campuses. 

This IR provides direction to design professionals and school districts on the construction and installation of shade structures (SS) that are often provided to shelter an occupancy. For this IR, a shade structure is a permanent structure of rigid construction over which a covering is attached that provides weather protection, and which shelters an occupancy.

For question regarding IR 31-1, please contact DSA Headquarters at (916) 445-8100.