Decks

Do I Need a Permit for my Deck?

A building permit is required for a deck of any size and height if the deck is appurtenant to a building or another deck (meaning it serves the building directly via a doorway of any kind.) A permit is required for a deck serving a building even if it is less than 10m2. However, if you construct a stand-alone deck in your yard that is less than 10m2 a permit is not required.

The deck must meet all setback requirements in our Zoning By-law

Submitting a Permit Application

1. Complete a permit application
2. Complete Schedule 1 : Designer information (may be required)
3. Attach a Site Plan (dimensions showing distances to property lines)
4. Attach 2 Copies of Construction Drawings (With enough information to demonstrate compliance with Ontario Building Code)
5. Examples of drawings (Attached Patio Deck Sample Drawing, Free Standing Deck Sample Drawing)