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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258 cities
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.
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.
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
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
All residential deck, patio, and porch structures, regardless of size, require an approved permit from Building Inspections under the 2021 IRC with NCTCOG amendments.
Residential building permits are required for new construction and additions; deck and patio cover specifics should be confirmed with the permit coordinator.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.