Cardinas Project
40×50 Shop in Canon City, CO
Custom Post Frame Shop with 16′ Sidewalls Built in Fremont County
Canon City, Colorado
The Cardinas Project is a custom 40×50 post-frame shop built in Canon City, Colorado. Designed with tall sidewalls, clean lines, and plenty of natural light, this building gives the owners a strong, flexible space that can grow with their needs.
From permitting and engineering to the finished concrete slab, this Fremont County project was handled from start to finish by our team to ensure everything met local requirements and the customer’s goals.
Project Overview
- Project Name: Cardinas Project
- Location: Canon City, CO (Fremont County)
- Building Size: 40′ × 50′ Shop
- Use: Shop, storage, and future workspace
- Structure Type: Pole Barn
Building Specifications & Features
With 16-foot sidewalls, this shop offers excellent vertical clearance, making it useful for a wide range of uses — from equipment storage to workshop space or future interior build-out.
The design keeps the interior open and flexible so the space can evolve over time as the owners’ needs change.
The horizontal windows bring in natural light without taking up valuable wall space, which keeps the building bright while still leaving room for shelving, workbenches, or storage.
Building Specifications & Features
Structure Details
- 40′ × 50′ post-frame shop
- 16′ sidewalls
- 4/12 pitch roof
- 12″ roof overhangs
- Engineered for local conditions in Fremont County
Doors & Access
- (1) 12′ × 14′ overhead garage door
- 36″ walk-in man door (no glass)
The larger overhead door allows easy access for trucks, trailers, and equipment, while the walk-in door provides convenient daily entry.
Windows & Natural Light
- (8) 18″ × 72″ horizontal windows
These windows provide consistent natural light throughout the building while maintaining wall space for storage or workspace setups.
Concrete
- 4″ concrete slab
The concrete slab provides a durable, level surface ready for equipment, vehicles, and everyday use.
Exterior Color Package
- Roof: Rural Red
- Sidewalls: Light Stone
- Trim: Rural Red
- Wainscot: Rural Red
This combination gives the shop a clean, classic look that fits well with the surrounding Canon City landscape.
Open Interior Ready for the Future
Inside, the building is intentionally left open so the owners can decide how they want to use the space over time.
- Whether it becomes:
- A working shop
- Equipment storage
- A hobby space
- Or a future finished area
The structure is there — strong, simple, and built to last.
Why Sidewall Height Matters
Choosing taller sidewalls is one of the most important decisions when building a shop.
- Going with 16′ sidewalls allows for:
- Larger doors
- Better storage options
- Space for lifts or racks
- Greater long-term flexibility
It’s a decision many customers are glad they made once the building is complete.
Designed for Fremont County Requirements
Building in Fremont County means making sure engineering, permitting, and site coordination are handled correctly.
- For this project we managed:
- Engineering designed for local wind and snow loads
- Fremont County permitting process
- Site coordination prior to concrete
- Final slab installation and building construction
Handling these steps helps keep the project running smoothly from start to finish.
At VWC Construction, we focus on listening first, then designing a building that fits the land, the regulations, and the customer’s actual needs.
Planning a Shop or Pole Barn in Canon City?
If you’re thinking about building a shop, garage, or pole barn in Canon City or anywhere in Fremont County, we’d be glad to help design a building that fits your property and your needs.
📍 Built in Southern Colorado
📐 Designed for real use
🛠 Quality and integrity still matter