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Deck Permit Requirements by City

Deck, pergola, and patio cover permit rules for 258+ cities across Texas and Oklahoma. Search your city below — and remember, on every BenchMark build we'll assist you with the permit process from start to finish.

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Abilene, TX

Taylor County

Usually required

Any attached deck, or freestanding deck over 30 inches above grade, requires a building permit; detached ground-level platforms under 200 sq ft may be exempt. Carports and patio covers have specific setback rules.

Building Inspections Department

City permit page

Ada, OK

Pontotoc County

Permit required

A permit is required to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, or move a structure under the adopted residential code (R105.1); residential addition permits cover decks and patio covers.

Community Development Department

580-436-6300 City permit page

Addison, TX

Dallas County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Aledo, TX

Parker County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Allen, TX

Collin County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Altus, OK

Jackson County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Alvarado, TX

Johnson County

Permit required

Accessory structure and building permits are required for decks and patio covers; residential accessory structures must sit at least 5 ft from property lines.

Community Development Department - Building Safety

817-790-3351 City permit page

Alvord, TX

Wise County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Anadarko, OK

Caddo County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Anna, TX

Collin County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Annetta, TX

Parker County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Antlers, OK

Pushmataha County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Apache, OK

Caddo County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Ardmore, OK

Carter County

Usually required

A development application is required for construction projects; decks over 200 sq ft, over 30 inches above grade, or attached to the home normally require a permit.

Community Development Department

City permit page

Argyle, TX

Denton County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Arlington, TX

Tarrant County

Permit required

A building permit is required for deck construction; the 2021 IRC governs, with attention to setbacks and expansive clay soil footing depth requirements. Confirm current exemption thresholds on the city's Work Exempt From Permitting list.

Planning & Development - Building Permits/Inspections

817-459-6502 City permit page

Athens, TX

Henderson County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Atoka, OK

Atoka County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Aubrey, TX

Denton County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Austin, TX

Travis County

Usually required

Detached decks 200 sq ft or less and 30 inches or lower above grade are exempt, and ground-level patios are exempt; covered patios and patio covers require a permit. Typical fees: roughly $600-$1,320 for decks.

Austin Development Services Department

512-974-2000 City permit page

Azle, TX

Tarrant County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Balch Springs, TX

Dallas County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Bastrop, TX

Bastrop County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Bedford, TX

Tarrant County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Bellmead, TX

McLennan County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Belton, TX

Bell County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Benbrook, TX

Tarrant County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Blue Mound, TX

Tarrant County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Blum, TX

Hill County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Bonham, TX

Fannin County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Bowie, TX

Montague County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Boyd, TX

Wise County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Breckenridge, TX

Stephens County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Bridgeport, TX

Wise County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Broken Bow, OK

McCurtain County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Brownwood, TX

Brown County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Bryan, TX

Brazos County

Usually required

Decks over 30 inches off grade require a permit, and decks at or below 30 inches may still need one if attached to the dwelling, per the city's permit flyer.

Development Services - Building Services Division

City permit page

Buffalo, TX

Leon County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Burkburnett, TX

Wichita County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Burleson, TX

Johnson County

Permit required

Permits are required for new construction including patio covers and accessory structures; the city has a dedicated patio cover permit application.

Building Permit and Inspection Department

817-426-9600 City permit page

Burnet, TX

Burnet County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Cache, OK

Comanche County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Cameron, TX

Milam County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Canton, TX

Van Zandt County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Carrollton, TX

Dallas County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Cedar Hill, TX

Dallas County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Cedar Park, TX

Williamson County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Celina, TX

Collin County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Chandler, OK

Lincoln County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Chickasha, OK

Grady County

Usually required

A building permit or certificate of occupancy is required to erect, alter, move, or improve any structure, including residential decks and patio covers, per zoning ordinance Sec. 54-184.

Community Development Department

City permit page

China Spring, TX

McLennan County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Cisco, TX

Eastland County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Cleburne, TX

Johnson County

Usually required

Permit required for decks, patio covers, and pergolas attached to a structure or exceeding the city's exemption thresholds; see the Quick Guide to Residential Construction for exact exemptions.

Community Development - Building Inspections

City permit page

Coalgate, OK

Coal County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

College Station, TX

Brazos County

Usually required

A permit is required to install a patio cover or arbor, and for decks over 30 inches in height. Typical fees: $75-$250.

Planning & Development Services

979-764-3570 City permit page

Colleyville, TX

Tarrant County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Comanche, TX

Comanche County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Commerce, TX

Hunt County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Coppell, TX

Dallas County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Copperas Cove, TX

Coryell County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Corinth, TX

Denton County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Corsicana, TX

Navarro County

Usually required

A residential building permit application covers new construction, remodels, and additions; confirm deck and patio cover thresholds with permits and inspections.

City of Corsicana Permits & Inspections

City permit page

Crandall, TX

Kaufman County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Crockett, TX

Houston County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Crowley, TX

Tarrant County

Usually required

Accessory building permits are required; structures must be at least 5 ft from property lines and 10 ft from existing buildings. Decks and patio covers fall under this category.

Permit and Building Inspections Department

City permit page

Dallas, TX

Dallas County

Usually required

Decks over 30 inches above grade require a permit, and all covered patios require a permit; Dallas follows Appendix AH (Patio Covers) of the 2021 Residential Code with local amendments. Typical fees: roughly $150-$500.

Sustainable Development & Construction - Building Inspection

214-948-4480 City permit page

De Leon, TX

Comanche County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Decatur, TX

Wise County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Del City, OK

Oklahoma County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Denison, TX

Grayson County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Denton, TX

Denton County

Usually required

Decks 200 sq ft or less, no more than 30 inches above grade, not attached to the dwelling, and not serving as an exit do not require a permit; all other decks and all new patio covers do.

Development Services Department

City permit page

DeSoto, TX

Dallas County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Dublin, TX

Erath County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Duncan, OK

Stephens County

Usually required

Any attached deck requires a permit; the only exemption is a freestanding deck under 200 sq ft and under 30 inches high.

Community Development Department

City permit page

Duncanville, TX

Dallas County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Durant, OK

Bryan County

Usually required

Building permits for remodels and accessory structures are processed through the city's MyGov portal; decks over 30 inches, over 200 sq ft, or attached to the home normally require a permit.

Building Department

City permit page

Early, TX

Brown County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Eastland, TX

Eastland County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Edmond, OK

Oklahoma County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

El Reno, OK

Canadian County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Elgin, OK

Comanche County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Ennis, TX

Ellis County

Usually required

The city has adopted the 2021 IRC/IBC and requires permits under Chapter 5 of its code of ordinances; confirm exemption thresholds for decks and patio covers.

Planning & Development

City permit page

Eufaula, OK

McIntosh County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Euless, TX

Tarrant County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Everman, TX

Tarrant County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Fairfield, TX

Freestone County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Farmers Branch, TX

Dallas County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Farmersville, TX

Collin County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Fate, TX

Rockwall County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Ferris, TX

Ellis County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Flower Mound, TX

Denton County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Forest Hill, TX

Tarrant County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Forney, TX

Kaufman County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Fort Worth, TX

Tarrant County

Permit required

A building permit is required for virtually all decks, platforms, and walks rising more than 6 inches above grade; patio covers also require permits. Typical fees: $45-$540 depending on project.

Development Services Department

City permit page

Frederick, OK

Tillman County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Frisco, TX

Collin County

Usually required

Residential alterations and additions including decks and patio covers require permits per the city's submittal guide; small detached structures may be exempt.

Development Services - Building Inspections

City permit page

Gainesville, TX

Cooke County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Garland, TX

Dallas County

Usually required

A building permit is required for attached or detached patio and porch covers; deck permits are triggered by height over 30 inches, attachment to the house, or a roof. At-grade ground patios are usually exempt.

Building Inspections

City permit page

Gatesville, TX

Coryell County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Georgetown, TX

Williamson County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Glen Rose, TX

Somervell County

Usually required

The city enforces the adopted 2018 ICC building and residential codes; decks and patio covers generally require a permit — confirm current exemption thresholds with Development Services.

Development Services Department

City permit page

Glenn Heights, TX

Ellis County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Godley, TX

Johnson County

Usually required

Building regulations apply under city code Chapter 150; confirm deck and patio cover thresholds with the permit technician.

City of Godley Permits

817-389-3539 City permit page

Graham, TX

Young County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Granbury, TX

Hood County

Permit required

A residential accessory structure permit is required for decks, porches, and pergolas; the application explicitly lists these structure types.

Building Inspections, Permits & Code Enforcement

817-573-1114 City permit page

Grand Prairie, TX

Dallas County

Permit required

All residential deck, patio, and porch structures, regardless of size, require an approved permit from Building Inspections under the 2021 IRC with NCTCOG amendments.

Building Inspections Division

972-237-8230 City permit page

Grandview, TX

Johnson County

Usually required

Residential building permits are required for new construction and additions; deck and patio cover specifics should be confirmed with the permit coordinator.

City of Grandview Permit Coordinator

City permit page

Grapevine, TX

Tarrant County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Greenville, TX

Hunt County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Gun Barrel City, TX

Henderson County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Guthrie, OK

Logan County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Haltom City, TX

Tarrant County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Hamilton, TX

Hamilton County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Harker Heights, TX

Bell County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Healdton, OK

Carter County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Hearne, TX

Robertson County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Heath, TX

Rockwall County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Henderson, TX

Rusk County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Henrietta, TX

Clay County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Henryetta, OK

Okmulgee County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Hewitt, TX

McLennan County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Hico, TX

Hamilton County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Highland Village, TX

Denton County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Hillsboro, TX

Hill County

Permit required

All residential construction, including accessory buildings, requires city permits; a third-party inspection provider is used.

Building & Community Services

254-580-1144 City permit page

Holdenville, OK

Hughes County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Howe, TX

Grayson County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Hudson Oaks, TX

Parker County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Hugo, OK

Choctaw County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Hurst, TX

Tarrant County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Hutto, TX

Williamson County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Idabel, OK

McCurtain County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Iowa Park, TX

Wichita County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Irving, TX

Dallas County

Usually required

A permit is required for decks greater than 200 sq ft or over 30 inches in height; all patio covers require a permit regardless of size.

Inspections Department

City permit page

Italy, TX

Ellis County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Itasca, TX

Hill County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Jacksboro, TX

Jack County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Jacksonville, TX

Cherokee County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Joshua, TX

Johnson County

Permit required

Building permits are required under the adopted IBC/IRC for construction including decks and accessory structures; call the city for the current deck and patio thresholds.

City of Joshua Building/Permits

817-558-7447

Justin, TX

Denton County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Kaufman, TX

Kaufman County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Keene, TX

Johnson County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Keller, TX

Tarrant County

Usually required

Decks over 30 inches above grade require a permit and at-grade patios generally do not; covered patios over 120 sq ft require a permit, and carports require a Specific Use Permit from City Council.

Community Development Department

City permit page

Kennedale, TX

Tarrant County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Kerens, TX

Navarro County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Kilgore, TX

Gregg County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Killeen, TX

Bell County

Permit required

City ordinance lists decks and porches as projects requiring a building permit, regardless of size or height.

Building Permits Division

254-501-7762 City permit page

Krum, TX

Denton County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Lacy-Lakeview, TX

McLennan County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Lake Dallas, TX

Denton County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Lake Worth, TX

Tarrant County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Lampasas, TX

Lampasas County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Lancaster, TX

Dallas County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Lawton, OK

Comanche County

Usually required

Building permits are generally required for decks and patios under Article 6-1 of the city code; check with the Building Division for exemption thresholds. Typical fees: roughly $90-$540 for decks.

Building Division

City permit page

Leander, TX

Williamson County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Lewisville, TX

Denton County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Lindale, TX

Smith County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Little Elm, TX

Denton County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Longview, TX

Gregg County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Lorena, TX

McLennan County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Mabank, TX

Kaufman County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Madill, OK

Marshall County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Madisonville, TX

Madison County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Mansfield, TX

Tarrant County

Permit required

Permits are required for patio cover, carport, and arbor attachments as well as new residential construction; submittal is online.

Building Safety Department

City permit page

Marble Falls, TX

Burnet County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Marlin, TX

Falls County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Marlow, OK

Stephens County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Marshall, TX

Harrison County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Maypearl, TX

Ellis County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

McAlester, OK

Pittsburg County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

McGregor, TX

McLennan County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

McKinney, TX

Collin County

Permit required

All deck construction requires a building permit through the Citizen Self-Service portal; patios, pergolas, and accessory structures fall under the Residential Alteration Guide.

Building Inspections Department

City permit page

Melissa, TX

Collin County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Mesquite, TX

Dallas County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Midlothian, TX

Ellis County

Usually required

An accessory building permit is required for accessory structures 200 sq ft and larger; decks and patio covers attached to the home generally require a building permit as well.

Building Inspections Department

City permit page

Midwest City, OK

Oklahoma County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Mineola, TX

Wood County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Mineral Wells, TX

Palo Pinto County

Permit required

Any time you build or repair a structure a permit is required, which includes decks and patio covers.

Community Development - Inspections

City permit page

Moore, OK

Cleveland County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Mount Pleasant, TX

Titus County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Muenster, TX

Cooke County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Murphy, TX

Collin County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Mustang, OK

Canadian County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Nocona, TX

Montague County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Norman, OK

Cleveland County

Permit required

Building permits are required for residential construction including decks; contact Development Services for attached and height thresholds.

Development Services Division

405-366-5339 City permit page

North Richland Hills, TX

Tarrant County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Northlake, TX

Denton County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Oklahoma City, OK

Oklahoma County

Usually required

Most decks require a permit and ground-level patios may be exempt; guardrails are required at 30 inches above grade under the adopted International Codes. Typical fees: roughly $100-$600.

Development Services - Building & Trade Permits

405-297-2525 City permit page

Okmulgee, OK

Okmulgee County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Olney, TX

Young County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Palestine, TX

Anderson County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Palmer, TX

Ellis County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Paris, TX

Lamar County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Pauls Valley, OK

Garvin County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Pflugerville, TX

Travis County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Pilot Point, TX

Denton County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Plano, TX

Collin County

Permit required

Deck construction and residential patio covers require a building permit per the city's permit handout. Typical fees: starts at $150.

Building Inspection Department

City permit page

Ponder, TX

Denton County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Poteau, OK

Le Flore County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Princeton, TX

Collin County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Prosper, TX

Collin County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Purcell, OK

McClain County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Ranger, TX

Eastland County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Red Oak, TX

Ellis County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Rhome, TX

Wise County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Richardson, TX

Dallas County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Rio Vista, TX

Johnson County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Roanoke, TX

Denton County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Robinson, TX

McLennan County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Rockdale, TX

Milam County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Rockwall, TX

Rockwall County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Round Rock, TX

Williamson County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Rowlett, TX

Dallas County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Royse City, TX

Rockwall County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Sachse, TX

Dallas County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Saginaw, TX

Tarrant County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Salado, TX

Bell County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Sanger, TX

Denton County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Seagoville, TX

Dallas County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Seminole, OK

Seminole County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Shawnee, OK

Pottawatomie County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Sherman, TX

Grayson County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Southlake, TX

Tarrant County

Usually required

Permits are required for detached accessory structures over 120 sq ft and for any structure attached to the home, including decks, patio covers, and pergolas.

Building Inspections

817-748-8236 City permit page

Springtown, TX

Parker County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Stephenville, TX

Erath County

Usually required

The residential building permit application covers patios and accessory structures; exact deck height thresholds should be confirmed with the city.

City of Stephenville Permitting

City permit page

Stigler, OK

Haskell County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Stillwater, OK

Payne County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Sulphur, OK

Murray County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Sulphur Springs, TX

Hopkins County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Sunnyvale, TX

Dallas County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Sweetwater, TX

Nolan County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Taylor, TX

Williamson County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Teague, TX

Freestone County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Tecumseh, OK

Pottawatomie County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Temple, TX

Bell County

Permit required

Any deck over 30 inches above grade, and any deck attached to the house regardless of height, requires a building permit; the old deck exemption was removed by ordinance.

Building Permits & Inspections

254-298-5640 City permit page

Terrell, TX

Kaufman County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Tishomingo, OK

Johnston County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Tolar, TX

Hood County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Trophy Club, TX

Denton County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Tyler, TX

Smith County

Usually required

Residential construction permits are issued by Development & Planning; decks over 30 inches and covered patios normally require a permit. Confirm current thresholds with the city. Typical fees: $0.35/sq ft, $50 minimum.

Development & Planning Department

City permit page

Van Alstyne, TX

Grayson County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Venus, TX

Johnson County

Usually required

The city charges building permit fees under its master fee schedule and regulates residential carports; confirm deck and patio cover requirements with city permitting.

City of Venus Permit Information

City permit page

Vernon, TX

Wilbarger County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Waco, TX

McLennan County

Usually required

Attached carports or awnings projecting more than 54 inches, additions, and decks or patio covers over roughly 30 inches or attached to the house require a residential addition permit. Typical fees: starts around $275.

Development Services - Inspection Services

254-750-5612 City permit page

Walters, OK

Cotton County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Watauga, TX

Tarrant County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Waxahachie, TX

Ellis County

Permit required

Residential building permits, including for accessory structures like decks and patio covers, are required under the city's 2021 International Codes with local amendments.

Building & Community Services

City permit page

Weatherford, TX

Parker County

Permit required

A residential accessory structure permit is required for decks, porches, pergolas, carports, and other accessory structures.

Planning and Development Department

817-598-4284 City permit page

West, TX

McLennan County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

White Settlement, TX

Tarrant County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Whitehouse, TX

Smith County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Whitesboro, TX

Grayson County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Whitney, TX

Hill County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Wichita Falls, TX

Wichita County

Usually required

Residential permit applications and checklists cover new construction, additions, and remodels; confirm deck and patio cover thresholds with building inspections.

Development Services - Building Inspections

940-761-7451 City permit page

Wilburton, OK

Latimer County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Willow Park, TX

Parker County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Woodway, TX

McLennan County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Wylie, TX

Collin County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

Yukon, OK

Canadian County

Usually required

A building permit is normally required for an attached deck, any deck walking surface more than 30 inches above grade, and for any roofed patio cover or pergola. Setback, easement, and HOA review usually apply. Check with your city, and we'll assist you with the permit process.

We'll assist you with the permit process

Permit rules change and every city reads the code a little differently. Everything here is a starting point — always confirm with your city. We will help with the plans and sketches for your permit.

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