Procedures for Building Permit Applications for Decks

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The following information must be submitted with all Building Permit Applications for Decks.
  • Two sets of working drawings showing:
    • Posts -             Size, location and spans
    • Beams -           Size, location and spans
    • Floor Joists -   Size, location and spans
    • Stairs -             Rise, heights and run length
    • Railing -         Height and spans between spindles
        Height of deck off grade to top of decking
        Attached to house/floating - method
        Complete/accurate measurements of deck

Must submit a zoning permit along with the building permit.

Two site plans are required for ALL PERMITS.  The site plan must show the lot size; home and accessory building locations; front, side and rear setback measurements of home, accessory buildings and proposed deck.