If I bought a home that has a deck, that I know was NOT permitted, what should I do?

First, you need to determine if you would like to keep the deck or demolish it. If you want to keep the deck, simply submit an application with any documentation you can find on the deck plans and an engineer's letter for the deck and we will work with you on next steps to legalize it. You will need a current Site Plan with the existing deck to be submitted if you plan to legalize. This process will require you pay the permit fee and proceed through the permit process for new decks.

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1. What can I build on my property?
2. Can I build a cabin with no power, water or heat?
3. How small or large a residence can I build?
4. What work does not require a permit?
5. Does the building permit cover all of the construction?
6. How long is my building permit good for?
7. How much will my building permit cost?
8. What do I need to have completed for a Certificate of Occupancy?
9. Are contractors required to get a Clear Creek County license?
10. What are the code requirements for my re-roof?
11. Can I, as the property owner, act as the contractor?
12. What is my snow load?
13. What is my wind load?
14. What is my Zoning?
15. Do I Need a Contractor's License?
16. How Do I Build a House?
17. How to Schedule An Inspection with the Building Department
18. How to Renew a Contactor's License
19. Can I build my own deck?
20. Can I submit an ILC in lieu of a Site Plan?
21. Do I need a permit to cover my existing deck or add a roof over it?
22. I want to make my roof into a rooftop deck, do I need a permit?
23. If I bought a home that has a deck, how can I tell if it has been permitted?
24. If I bought a home that has a deck, that I know was NOT permitted, what should I do?
25. Do I need an inspection for my deck?
26. What work is exempt from needing a permit?