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Some thing must be taking up to the new code, but for small repairs the answer is no.
Call me if your unsure and I can get you going the right way…………
Allen Shaw Construction……
I think I was a little too naive about the need for a permit. i suppose I should call them in ans ask to check it out and hope that they can permit it in retrospect.
.the piece we added is just about at ground level with what i was told was the required amount of clearance ensured below the joists. The Spa was installed by a Professional and should be fine.
You've given me things to follow up on though.
Thanks,
SteveEven for a deck "repair" you should check with the county building department.
If the deck collapsed because snow slid off the roof and sheered it off, would that be considered a "repair"?Extending a deck and adding a hot tub on top of it…that's a real heavy load…check with the county.
IF your deck is more than 20 years old, you'll need to reduce the maximum railing opening to 4 inches so that a child doesn't accidentally hang themselves….a bit morbid, but that's why the code changed from 9" to 6" then to the current 4".
Other critical factors are how high off the ground the deck is, how it is attached to the house, and if the members are pressure treated. Deck railing height has increase from 36" (old) to the current 42".
Bottom line, check with the county in any case…they will actually make sure you build it up to code and that it safe for your family and friends. ….oh, and your insurance company will certainly want to know if you took out permits, if there is ever an accident claim. Best Wishes!
Quote:We extended our side deck around to the back so that we could add a hot tup and don't think we needed a permit for the decking. It all ties in together so our assumption was that it was an extension of the existing deck. We are also thinking of adding even more going off of one of the sides in the back so hearing that extensions of an existing structure don't need permitting is good news.Steve
Steve, I missed the part stating that extensions of existing decks don't need permits. Did the county state that? I always assumed that any new construction required a permit, and that part of that permit process was a plan review to determine both safety and code compliance. I would hate to see a "under the radar" non-permitted project result in injury. My apologies if I'm off base here.
LarryWe extended our side deck around to the back so that we could add a hot tup and don't think we needed a permit for the decking. It all ties in together so our assumption was that it was an extension of the existing deck. We are also thinking of adding even more going off of one of the sides in the back so hearing that extensions of an existing structure don't need permitting is good news.
Steve
HI Allen, Thanks for the info. It sounds like my husband now wants to wait until spring for this project. I would like your phone number to call you later in the year about this.
LindaWe use an impulse sprinkler and let it run the entire time we visit. Still have not gone past our minimum water bill.
i've got salvador bringing 2 cords out monday. not sure how many he can bring at once.
If you are just repairing the existing deck no. But for adding a new deck yes. I can help you with plans and permits if you like. I am a local contractor with 30 years in the trades.
Email me if you'd like to chat. AllenWe would like to add a deck to our cabin on Shoshone, do we need a building permit?
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My understanding is that the black residue on cedar siding and decks is the same mildew that discolors the cedar trees. We recently had our cedar home stained by Kevin Dye (who we highly recommend – Dye Painting of Arnold 209-480-3738). Our home also had the black mildew on the siding that receive extra moisture from downspouts, snow buildup etc. I believe Kevin applied an industrial strength deck bleach and hosed it with a gas/high pressure power washer to restore the wood.
Hope that helps!Quote:I would like to hear anyone's suggestions also. We have bleached and restained several times and cannot remove the black residue from the Cedar trees. What do you suggest to get the "new deck" look restored and to keep it that way for a few years. Thanks for any help!I really don't think there is any way to get rid of all the black residue. As far as the cedar sap itself (not pine sap), water works great. Wet it down and then let it sit for a few minutes. Rinse again and no more "cedar" sap.
A belt sander "might" get rid of some of the cedar residue, but try one small area first.
Blair, the decks you are seeing are "probably" new decks made with cedar instead of redwood. Or possibly artificial decking.
GooGone has worked wonders for cedar sap on shoes and clothing… don't know what it would do to a deck though!
I would like to hear anyone's suggestions also. We have bleached and restained several times and cannot remove the black residue from the Cedar trees. What do you suggest to get the "new deck" look restored and to keep it that way for a few years. Thanks for any help!
Sorry, called the wrong guy for the Almond.
I'll be up starting on the 12th but have to leave by the 16th.
