For deck and patio permit applications
Site Plan for a Deck or Patio Permit — $29, Delivered in Hours
Deck and patio permits require showing the existing house footprint, the proposed addition, and the setbacks from your property lines. Our $29 plan gives you a scaled 11×17" PDF with all the lot data and a setback grid — you mark the proposed deck location and submit. Delivered in 1–4 hours with one free revision.
What Permit Offices Require for a Deck
Deck and patio permit reviewers look at three things on a site plan: where the addition is, how far it is from the property line, and whether it complies with the local setback rules. Submissions typically need:
- The existing house footprint so the reviewer can see what the deck attaches to.
- Lot dimensions and property lines with setback distances clearly labeled.
- The proposed deck or patio drawn to scale with dimensions.
- A setback grid or labeled setback lines.
- North arrow, scale bar, and parcel ID for the reviewer's records.
Our plan supplies the base layer — house, lot, setbacks, parcel ID. You add the proposed deck on the printed page with the included scale.
What's Included in Your $29 Plan
Permit-ready content
- Property lines with measurements
- Existing house and structure footprints
- Lot dimensions
- Parcel ID / APN
- Street names
- North arrow and scale bar
- Setback grid for marking proposed deck
Format and delivery
- 11×17" PDF — print at home or submit digitally
- 1–4 hour typical delivery
- Emailed directly to you
- One free revision included
- No charge if we cannot cover your property
How It Works
- 1. Enter your address. We verify coverage against county parcel data. No charge if we can't generate a plan.
- 2. Pay $29. Standard online checkout via Stripe.
- 3. We generate and check the plan. 11×17" PDF emailed to you, typically within 1–4 hours.
- 4. Mark and submit. Sketch the proposed deck on the setback grid with dimensions, then submit to your permit office.
When You Need a Stamped Survey Instead
Most US jurisdictions accept a non-certified site plan for residential deck and patio permits below a certain size threshold — often 200 square feet — but the threshold varies by city and county. Large decks, multi-story decks, decks attached at certain heights, or any addition that increases the building footprint above a code limit may require a stamped survey from a licensed surveyor.
Always verify with your local permit office before purchasing if you're unsure. Our plans are non-certified — for projects requiring a stamped survey, you'll need a traditional surveyor regardless.
Deck and Patio Permit FAQ
Can I use a non-certified site plan for a deck permit?
Most US jurisdictions accept a non-certified site plan for residential deck and patio permits below a certain size threshold — often 200 square feet, but it varies by city and county. Above that threshold, or for decks attached at certain heights, a stamped survey may be required. Verify with your permit office before purchasing.
What setback rules apply to decks?
Most municipalities require a 5 to 10 foot setback from rear property lines for decks, and a larger setback from side property lines. Setbacks vary substantially by zoning district. Use the setback grid on the plan to verify your proposed location complies with local code before submission.
How do I show the proposed deck on the plan?
Print the 11×17" PDF and draw the proposed deck adjacent to the house with dimensions labeled (length, width, distance to property lines). Note the deck height above grade if elevated. Most permit offices want this drawn to scale; the included scale bar makes that straightforward.
Do I need to show a patio differently than a deck?
Permit-wise they are similar — both are typically shown as a rectangle adjacent to the house with dimensions. Some jurisdictions are more lenient with at-grade patios than elevated decks. Check your local permit office's requirements.
How long does delivery take?
Typically 1 to 4 hours. Each plan is checked for accuracy before delivery.
What if the plan has a mistake?
One free revision is included. Reply to your delivery email with what needs to change and we fix it, typically within 24 hours.
Ready to get your deck permit moving?
Enter your address to confirm coverage and get your site plan within hours.
Get Your Site Plan — $29