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I have a 900 sq ft pole barn that I'd like to insulate and add a ceiling. The trusses are 24" on center and 2x4 bottom chords. I am debating contacting a local structural engineer to find out if they think its okay. Not wanting to pay the money for that, but also want to make sure it's safe. I...

A mix of living/garage. Ill be framing a small space for a living room, efficient kitchen, bed/bath. So I will be cooking and showering inside this space as well.

I did a quick search and seems to be a common question. I just wanted to post my plans and see if they should be fine. Pole barn in northern michigan. Metal siding with shingle roof. Woodburner will be running in the cold months. Right now there is no insulation. I planned on cutting...