Yes, if the deck height is greater then 30 inches. As measured from the highest portion of the deck's walking surface to your finished grade. The main reason behind this code section is that a walking surfaces over 30 inches is required to comply with the building code's guardrail requirements, as a safety measure. Because to an active adult, a deck barely over 30 inches is unlikely to cause injury; however, to small children and the elderly a fall from this height could cause a sever injury.

Most projects will require a visit to your area Building Permit section - with plans and drawings. A "Fastrack" system is in place for certain smaller or simpler projects. Find out if you are required to get a building permit for your next project - before you start! See similar questions...

A building permit is required for any deck which is more than 60 cm (24 inches) above grade, and is directly attached to a house. See similar questions...

The best way to find out if you need a permit to build a fence or deck, is to call the Community Development Department at (307) 857-7710. Discuss your plans with the Building Permit Technician before you begin construction. See similar questions...

A building permit is required if the deck is more than 30 inches above grade, and planning department approval is required for decks 18 inches or more. See similar questions...

To verify if you need a permit, contact George Jones, Zoning Officer at 856-547-4040. Zoning Applications, building permits and permit folders are available at the Municipal Building. Please note that you need to include a survey and two (2) sets of drawings with your application. See similar questions...

A building permit is not required for fences up to 72 inches and freestanding masonry walls up to 48 inches in height above the height of the adjacent grade. All fences over 72 inches and walls over 48 inches require permits. In all cases, you must check with the Planning Division on Zoning regulations applicable to all fences. For more information see Wood & Masonry Fences, Form 4604. See similar questions...

Yes. A permit is required for ALL pools and decks. Use the building permit application form found on our website. See similar questions...

If you are REPAIRING an EXISTING deck this is routine maintenance and a Permit is not required. HOWEVER, if this deck is expanded in any manner from the original size a Permit is required. See similar questions...

A building permit is required to construct a deck; however, a permit is not required for a patio or a walkway. See similar questions...

If your addition falls within the setbacks for your zoning district you just need a permit. If the addition will go over that setback line you will need a permit AND a Variance. See similar questions...

No. However, you will need a floodplain development permit from the local jurisdiction in which you live, such as a city, town, or county, and you should contact your local floodplain administrator. The OWRB does regulate development in floodplains of state-owned or state-operated property. See similar questions...

What is section 609.7 of the Los Angeles County Plumbing Code and what does it say -- I can't seem to find it on the web When is a geotechnical report required in the unincorporated area of LA County? What triggers the requirement? Steepness? Fill? Scope of work? Would a Geo report be required to partially rebuild a fire damaged structure on a 1940's era filled pad? Thanks, R. building set backs all property lines 2. min square footage lot size to build home 3. See similar questions...

You must fill out a Building Permit Application and bring other papers needed for residential exterior projects (please see the Guide to Building & Trade Permit Requirements and Deck Plan Requirements). See similar questions...

The deck is 30 inches or more above the ground at any point within five feet of the deck. Example: If the ground slopes away from the edge of the deck, the height above the ground five feet away from the edge of the deck (or any point in between) cannot be more than 30 inches. If it is, a permit is required. See similar questions...

Yes. You will need a zoning application and provide a plot plan showing the location of the deck. For further information please see Deck Requirements Link on our home page . See similar questions...

It is no longer necessary to obtain a permit for a shed, green house or gazebo that are accessories to a single-family home. However, municipal bylaws must be respected. For more information, contact the (Permits Department) Service des permis at 450.698.3260. You can also stop by the (Permits Department) Service des permis counter, at 5 D'Youville Boulevard, from 9 a.m. to noon and from 1:15 to 5 p.m., from Monday to Thursday. Please note that the office is closed Friday afternoons. See similar questions...