What is a deck code check?

A deck code check walks through the local building code requirements for your deck — footing depth, ledger attachment, guardrail height, baluster spacing, stair geometry — as a Pass/Fail/N/A checklist you can run on your phone before the inspector arrives.

Which counties are covered?

CodeCheckHQ covers all 3109 US counties and county-equivalents across 50 states and DC. 1684 counties currently have a full localized checklist; others show the statewide baseline and will get county-specific items soon.

Do I need a permit for a deck?

Most attached decks or decks more than 30 inches above grade require a permit. Requirements vary by county and state. Run the check for your county to see what applies.

Deck Code Check by County

Alabama

Alaska

Arizona

Arkansas

California

Colorado

Connecticut

Delaware

District of Columbia

District of Columbia County

Florida

Georgia

Hawaii

Idaho

Illinois

Indiana

Iowa

Kansas

Kentucky

Louisiana

Maine

Maryland

Massachusetts

Michigan

Minnesota

Mississippi

Missouri

Montana

Multi-state (IRC baseline)

Multi-state (IRC baseline) County

Nebraska

Nevada

New Hampshire

New Jersey

New Mexico

New York

North Carolina

North Dakota

Ohio

Oklahoma

Oregon

Pennsylvania

Rhode Island

South Carolina

South Dakota

Tennessee

Texas

Utah

Vermont

Virginia

Washington

West Virginia

Wisconsin

Wyoming