Permit Resource Center

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.

We assist with the permit process

We will help with the plans and sketches for your permit.

Built to code

Footings, ledger attachment, and railings framed to current IRC standards.

250-mile service area

Cities across North, Central, and East Texas plus southern Oklahoma.

1 city

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.

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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