Many homeowners are surprised when they are told they need to get a permit in order to build a deck...   read more...

The process of applying for a deck permit is relatively painless although it does require a little planning...   read more...

In order to obtain a building permit your plans must be reviewed to be in compliance with the IRC...   read more...

The Internation Building Code (IBC) regulates deck additions attached to commercial buildings such as apartments or businesses like restaurants or shopping centers   read more...

You will usually need to supply two copies of scale drawings of the plan view (overhead) of your proposed deck...   read more...

The Zoning Department will need to review a site plan to make sure that the location you are planning on installing the deck doesn’t encroach with any setbacks or easements...   read more...

Some properties have drainage, utility, or environmental easements that will limit what and where you can build a deck...   read more...

Some housing developments are a part of a Home Owners Associations (HOA) that requires you to receive permission from them before building a deck...   read more...

The fees you pay to obtain your deck permits are used to pay for the inspector’s time to review the plans and make inspections throughout the project...   read more...

When you pick up your deck permit you will usually find that the inspector has made some notes and added some stamps to your plans...   read more...

Once you obtain your permit you will be able to schedule your required inspections throughout your project...   read more...