Everything you need to know about getting a deck permit in Garland: fees, requirements, exemptions, and direct links to the Garland Building Inspection.
Permit Fees
$4.50 per $1,000 of valuation (min $1,000). Includes MEP. Plus 25% processing fee at submittal.
Processing Time
Contact Building Inspection for timelines.
Apply Online
Yes — via Garland Permitting Center
Building Code
2015 IBC (Garland Development Code effective May 19, 2015)
Contact: 972-205-2300
Uncovered decks not over 30 inches above grade referenced in adopted code.
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 Garland's specific documentation requirements.
Apply through Garland Permitting Center . 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 Garland's Garland Building Inspection.