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Deck without a roof or walls
For structures with a roof or walls and attached to a house, see Home Additions.
Development Permits are NOT required when a deck is:
Building Permits are NOT required when a deck is:
For structures not attached to a house, and containing a roof or walls see Detached Garage and Shed.
A site plan is required for all applications. Follow the steps below to submit a correct site plan and minimize application processing times.
If your property is located on a corner lot, see the corner lots section.
If your zone and overlay combination is not listed, you can:
If your property is located on a corner lot, see the corner lot section
Enter your property’s address at maps.edmonton.ca
A front deck located within the Mature Neighbourhood Overlay will require abutting property information with your application.
Abutting properties information requirements:
Abutting Properties Sample & Checklist
If your zone and overlay combination is not listed, you can:
See the Zoning Bylaw for a current definition of corner lots.
If your property is located on a corner lot you can:
The Deck Design Form is required for all applications. Review the form to understand if design drawings or engineer-stamped drawings are also required for your application.
Use the Deck Design Form for typical single-level decks.
See the Deck Design Guide for more information.
Each application is unique. Typical deck applications involve the following fees:
| Standard Application Fees | |
|---|---|
| Development Permit Fee | $120 |
| Building Permit Fee | $112 |
| Safety Codes Fee | $4.50 |
| Total Permit Fee | $236.50 |
Additional fees may apply. See the 2021 Residential Permits and Fees for more information.
Required For All Applications:
Required for Specific Properties:
File Instructions:
To apply in person complete the following documents and visit the Edmonton Service Centre located in the Edmonton Tower Building. There are several ways to make a payment.
Required For All Applications:
Required For Specific Properties:
File Instructions:
City staff will review your application to ensure your project complies with the City of Edmonton Zoning Bylaw and applicable Safety Codes.
Application processing times vary.
See up-to-date processing times for building permits and inspections.
City staff may request additional information at various stages of the Development Permit and Building Permit process. To learn how to reply to a more information request in selfserve.edmonton.ca, see the More Information Requested (MIR) Guide
Changes to your submitted application may be subject to additional fees. To make changes while your application is in progress Contact Us. To make changes after your permit has been issued contact the Permit Issuer identified on your permit.
Online Applications: Request an inspection online when construction is complete.
In Person Applications: Call 311 to request an inspection when construction is complete.
To learn more visit Safety Codes Inspection Services
| Telephone | In Edmonton: 311 |
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