Everything you need to know about getting a deck permit in Dallas: fees, requirements, exemptions, and direct links to the Building Inspection Division — Sustainable Development & Construction.
Permit Fees
Valuation-based. Administrative fee of $33.10 applies to any permit exceeding $50. Plan review: 65% of building permit fee. Fee schedule effective May 1, 2024 with 2.9% increase January 2025.
Processing Time
Contact Building Inspection Division for current processing times.
Apply Online
Yes — via DallasNow (Develop Dallas)
Building Code
International Residential Code with Dallas amendments
Contact: (214) 948-4480 | 320 E. Jefferson Blvd., Room 118, Dallas, TX 75203
Contact the Building Inspection Division for specific deck exemption thresholds. General IRC exemptions (≤30" above grade, ≤200 sq ft) may apply.
If your deck does NOT meet all exemption criteria, you must obtain a permit before construction. Building without a required permit can result in fines, stop-work orders, and required demolition.
Review the exemption criteria above. If your deck exceeds any threshold, a permit is required.
You'll need a site plan, deck dimensions, framing details, and footing specifications. Check Dallas's specific documentation requirements.
Apply through DallasNow (Develop Dallas) . Pay the permit fee at submission.
Once approved, post your permit visibly and schedule required inspections (typically footing, framing, and final).
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Data verified April 2026. Fees, processing times, and requirements are subject to change. Always confirm current information with Dallas's Building Inspection Division — Sustainable Development & Construction.