Uncovered decks are subject to specific Zoning Bylaw and Alberta Building Code regulations. You may need a development permit and a building permit:% j: r9 u: w- q0 `* n8 v3 m
• You will need a development and buiding permit if the deck floor is over 0.6 metres (m) or 2 feet (ft) above grade. : ^# X. m+ F9 | W: Z8 d' N• If the deck is above 1.8 m (6 ft) you will need to talk to a Building Technical Advisor from our office. - K7 v% y% v) m7 G9 T, X( J- p& J• If the deck will be built on a corner lot or in the front yard of any lot, you will need to talk to a Development Planner from our office.
Definitions . Z* \. o8 b8 g( eUncovered decks. j+ K. v! f$ k! ~
An uncovered deck is a deck with no roof. It can include guardrails. 4 O3 {* }. r. nCovered decks& ?& s( x: G2 b+ `4 }7 [
A covered deck is a deck with a roof and possibly walls. It is considered an addition and the building and zoning regulations for additions would apply.& P1 F( w6 Y: G# Q5 g1 g& m/ G4 V# ?
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