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Building a Deck

At-a-glance

Is a ...

Required?

Permit

Yes

Contractor

No*

Zoning Check and Site Plan

Yes

Inspection

Yes

Construction Plan Review

Yes

*Homeowners can perform work on their own properties without hiring a contractor.

Before You Start

Look at these pages:

New: Decks and Building Permits 1 & 2 Family Dwellings

Requirements for Additions and Alterations (PDF)

Minimum Standards for Dwellings (PDF)

Interior Remodeling or Alterations

Exterior Remodeling or Alterations

Finding a licensed contractor

Hiring a Residential Contractor – what do I need to know? (PDF)

Site Plan

Zoning Approval

Property Line Information

Property Line Location (PDF)

Summary of Rules for Building on Property

About Decks

Wood Deck Guidelines and Examples– One- and Two-Family Dwellings (PDF)

Residential Connection Details (PDF)

About Permits

Applying for a Permit

Permits Overview

Timeline for Completion

About the Inspections Process

Site Plan

Inspections Process

Handouts for Decks and Porches

Wood Decks – One- and Two-Family Dwellings