For the construction of a new deck, see below for permit submittal requirements and for general construction information.
Application Requirements
- Permit Application Packet - The documents below have been combined into one PDF file.
- Building Permit Application
- Zoning Worksheet - Residential Accessory Uses
- Tree Protection Agreement
Application Fees & Deposits
- Building Construction and Inspection Fee (Due at time of permit pick-up) $70 minimum
- Permit Application Deposit - $60 (Due at time of permit submission)
Drawing Requirements (To Be Submitted With Permit Application)
- Construction Documents* - 3 copies
- Civil Drawings (if more than 400 square feet of new impervious surface) - 3 sets (See Civil Engineering Submittal Guidelines for more information)
- Plat of Survey - 3 copies (Survey must be “to scale” if used to indicate deck location)
- Site Plan - 3 copies (Indicate the deck size, location dimensions to property line and height above grade at the lowest grade condition)
*Architectural Drawings may be required if the deck height exceeds 30 inches in height
Construction Submittal Requirements
The following may apply during the course of construction:
Separate Permit Requirements
The following may occur with the construction of a deck require a separate permit:
Required Inspections
- Electrical/Plumbing Rough-In (If applicable)
- Final Inspection
- Foundation/Pier Excavation (Pre-pour)
- Framing/Structural
Additional Information