Decks and Porches

• The estimated construction value (to be checked against the TACBOC valuation)
• A completed Building Permit application form.
• The Building Permit Fee pursuant to Building Bylaw 66-2005, Schedule A, Part B, item 9.
• Two copies of the SITE PLAN/SURVEY showing the proposed location of the structure with dimensions of the structure and to all property lines.
• Two copies of fully dimensioned CONSTRUCTION DRAWINGS including:
  • the size and type of all materials
  • means of support (i.e. the size and depth of sono tubes)
  • anchorage to the existing building
  • north arrow, scale, legend of symbols, the project identity (name, address, unit #, etc.)
• A completed Durham Region Health Department Application if the subject building is adjacent to a Septic System.

Anyone planning a new deck should be aware that there are new, stringent requirements for guards (railings along the perimeter), because of the high number of injuries in Ontario. The department has produced a user-friendly guide about building decks, which is available from the Building Approvals Section at 65 Harwood Ave. South.  Normal hours of operation are Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.