Everything you need to know about getting a deck permit in Winston-Salem: fees, requirements, exemptions, and direct links to the Winston-Salem Inspections Division.
Permit Fees
Single family additions: minimum $100.
Processing Time
Submit through BuildIT (GeoCivix) portal.
Apply Online
Yes — via BuildIT Portal
Building Code
North Carolina State Building Code (IRC/IBC with NC amendments)
Contact: 336-727-2624
Per NC General Statute 160D-1110, some minor work may not need a permit.
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 Winston-Salem's specific documentation requirements.
Apply through BuildIT Portal . 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 Winston-Salem's Winston-Salem Inspections Division.