Water Towers


2 Story Pointed Head
Tower Studio

This 2 Story Pointed Head Tower is a complete design package that has a lower level 20 ft square at the base.  It's got a bathroom incorporated into the downstairs and is a handy space for a studio.  The upper level is an open space of about 16 ft square and can be used as an office, play room, TV room or what ever you want.  These towers make a handy solution to just about anything sort of residential auxiliary use.  It is not designed for storing water.  This design can also be custom designed for 3 stories or more.

2 Story Stud Framed Pointed Head Tower Studio:
No. of stories for Tower: 2
Tower Base Dimension: Approximately 20' sq.
2nd Level Plan Dimensions:  Approximately 16' sq.
Floor Height Both Levels:  Approximately 10' high.
Tower Height:  Approximately 25' to peak of roof
Member Sizes: 2x8 1st Floor Joists, 2x12 2nd Floor Joists, with Plywood Sheathing
Exterior Studs: 2x6's @ 16" o/c with Plywood Sheathing
Siding:  1x Horizontal, Vertical Board & Batt, Wood Shingles
Building Code:  Design is based on 2007 Edition of the International Building Code
Wind Load:  80 mph (will adjust for your local area)
Seismic Load: Zone 4 regulations (will adjust for your local area)
Snow Load:  0 psf  (will adjust for your local area)
Cost:   Varies see Prices for Tower Plans
Includes:  Basic Tower, External Stairs, all Doors & Windows, Utility Plans, Structural Plans, Wood Floors, Bathroom.
Additional Costs:  Adjust for Ground Freeze, Higher Wind, Seismic or Snow Loads.  Printiing and Shipping.
Changes and Modifications to Plans: see Custom Designed Towers

Before You Buy:
Check with your local Building Department Jurisdiction to verify acceptance of the plans.  Verify whether a permit is needed and whether a local engineer or architect needs to sign them. Verify what the local snow and wind loads are for your area.
Check with your local Planning Department.  There are often, use, height, appearance, area, material or property set back limits that need to be addressed.
Verify type of soil before building.  Designs are based on having a suitable firm soil material to build the foundation.  See Building Code & Geologic Notes.

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Last Update 1/23/09