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Deck Permit

Permit drawings and application support for new decks, deck replacements, guards, stairs, and structural changes in Ontario.

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Code Compliant & Safe

City Submission & Review Support

Fast, Clear Communication

Do You Need a Permit for a Deck?

In many Ontario municipalities, a building permit is required for a new deck, a larger replacement deck, structural changes, guards, stairs, or a deck above certain height thresholds. Permit Works reviews your scope, prepares the required drawings, and supports the city submission process.

What a Deck Permit Usually Involves

Zoning and lot coverage review

Structural framing and footing review

Guard, stair, and railing compliance

Permit drawings and construction details

City submission and review support

Key Requirements for Deck Permits

Permit drawing example for deck and exterior construction review

Deck size, location, and height above grade
Footing size, depth, spacing, and bearing conditions
Beam, joist, post, and ledger connection details
Guard, handrail, stair, and landing requirements
Setbacks, lot coverage, and zoning by-law compliance
Property information, site plan, and existing condition review
Engineer input if required for unusual spans, soil, or structural conditions

Building a New Deck or Replacing an Existing One?

We help prepare deck permit drawings, review zoning and guard/footing requirements, and support the application process before construction begins.

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or call (416) 989-8900

Our Permit Process

Quotation

We review your scope of work and provide a clear quotation.

Site Documentation

On-site measurement and information gathering

Design

We provide a preliminary design approximately 5–10 business days after the site visit, depending on project scope.

Permit Package

Once the design is confirmed, we prepare the permit package for city submission.

City Submission

We submit your application for city review.

Approval & Support

We respond to city comments and support the permit review process.

Drawings and Documents Typically Required

Site Plan

Existing and Proposed Deck Plans

Elevations and Sections

Footing, framing, guard, and stair details

Structural notes or engineering review if required

Not all drawings listed above are required for every project. We confirm the required drawings based on your project scope, property, municipality, and permit requirements.

Common City Review Issues

Deck location does not meet zoning setbacks

Missing footing or framing details

Guard, stair, or handrail details do not meet code

Ledger attachment or structural support is unclear

Site plan does not show property lines or deck dimensions clearly

What Our Clients Say About Us

4.6/5

Based on 75+ verified reviews

4.9/5

Based on 80+ verified reviews

“From the first point of contact to getting permit approvals, Permit Works was very professional and responsive. They created a frictionless customer experience for what is typically a frustrating and long process to obtain permit approvals from the City of Toronto.”

Robert L
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"It has been great working with Permit works on multiple projects that I have brought them on for. They are very well organised and fast in their deliverables. As a general contractor I wish most companies were like them. Saveska Construction will continue to use them in the future."

Savinda A
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“Permit Works assisted us with acquiring a permit for our deck modification. The process took some time, but the team was able to successfully secure the permit, and we appreciate their effort throughout the process.”

Kaarlyn L
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Frequently Asked Questions

Planning a Deck Project?

We make the deck permit process clear, organized, and built around your project. Let’s get your drawings and application ready for city review.

Request a Permit Quote

or call (416) 989-8900