Decks

A permit is required for the installation of decks over 30 inches in height. A homeowner can perform this work at his homestead and does not need to register as a contractor with the City, but must apply for a building permit prior to beginning any construction. If a contractor is used, that contractor must be registered with the City of College Station.

Work being performed by the homeowner and/or resident that does not require a building permit, that is less than 120 square feet, and that does not cause the lot to exceed the applicable maximum impervious cover, does not require an Impervious Coverage Permit. 

A permit fee is required upon approval of application. Submission for a building permit should be made through our online eTRAKiT system.

• • A copy of a site plan or property survey of your property with dimensions indicating the location of the deck on the property.
  • A plan with dimensions indicating how the structure will be constructed and anchored. This plan should include materials used and spacing of framing members.
  • A plan showing the guardrails as required by the International Residential Code. Such guardrails are required to be a minimum of 36 inches in height, with intermediate rails which do not allow passage of a sphere four (4) inches or more in diameter.

An inspection will be required upon the completion of work. Please contact Planning & Development Services at 979.764.3570 or eTRAKiT to schedule an inspection.