City of Durham, NC
Deck permits in City of Durham
Confirm with office
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What to know before starting
The information below was checked against the linked official source on 2026-09-21. Confirm final requirements with Durham City-County Building & Safety before work begins.
Required permits and fees
- Building permit — Confirm before structural work (Confirm with Durham)
- Zoning/site review — Confirm placement (Confirm with Durham)
Required plans
Confirm deck and site plans.
Setback rules
Confirm setbacks and easements.
Required inspections
- Confirm footing, framing, and final inspections
Issuing authority
Durham City-County Building & Safety
Confirm with office
Confirm with office