What Sizes Do Gazebos Come In?
Choosing the size of your gazebo depends on how large your place is, its proportion to the surrounding environment, and the number of people it should accommodate. A gazebo can be small enough to accommodate two people or large enough to be used as a bandstand.
Standard size
The minimum and standard size of a gazebo is eight square feet. This is the smallest size it can get. It can fit two people, two chairs, and a table. A standard- size gazebo is the perfect place for a sanctuary if you want to be alone, admire the view, or meditate from time to time. It is also perfect place for holding a dinner date or picnic lunch with your loved one.
For every addition of two square feet to the standard size of eight square feet, two more people can be accommodated inside. This means that a 10-square foot gazebo can hold a group of four, while a 12-square foot gazebo can accommodate a party of five or six. The space for the chairs, tables, and space for movement are all accounted for in these sizes.
Specifications
You can have a choice of getting an eight square feet, 10 square feet, 12 square feet, 14 square feet, and so on, for a standard eight-sided gazebo. For an eight-sided oblong gazebo, you can choose from a gazebo with a size of eight feet x 12 feet, 10 feet x 14 feet, 12 feet x 16 feet, 14 feet x 18 feet, 16 feet x 20 feet, and so on.
The wall section of an eight-square foot gazebo usually has a width of 39 ¾ inches and an overall height of nine feet and six inches. A 10-square foot gazebo has a wall section width of 49 ¾ inches and an overall height of 10 feet. A 12- square foot gazebo has a wall section width of 59 5/8 inches and an overall height of 11 feet. A 14- square foot gazebo has a 69 5/8-inch wall section width and an overall height of 11 feet. A 16-square foot gazebo has a wall section width of 79 1/2 inches and an overall height of 11 feet and six inches. These are the estimated dimensions of pre-built gazebos that you can buy in the stores.
Zoning
You can build a gazebo as large as 100 square feet or even more, but only if your local zoning regulations allow it. You have to know the local zoning regulations within your area before you can decide on how big you can build your gazebo. Usually, a gazebo under 100 square feet does not require a permit, but you still you have to check with your local government to be sure. There are also restrictions on property lines. Usually, a gazebo should be built with a two or three feet set back from the property line. But still, this rule can differ from area to area.