Deck Builders in Portland, OR

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Permit Requirements

Fees: Fees updated annually by Portland Permitting & Development. Contact Development Services Center for project-specific estimates.

Timeline: Varies by project. Contact Portland Permitting & Development at 503-823-7300.

Exempt if: No building permit required if: no part of the walking surface is more than 30 inches above adjacent grade AND no portion of the deck is closer than 3 feet to an adjacent property line. Zoning requirements still apply even for exempt decks.

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Tips for Hiring a Deck Builder

  • 1. Verify their contractor license with your state board
  • 2. Get at least 3 written quotes
  • 3. Ask who pulls the building permit (it should be them)
  • 4. Check for general liability and workers comp insurance
  • 5. Never pay more than 30% upfront

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