Codes : Residential Decks

Deck Requirements:

Flash behind and above & bolt to house @ 16” max.

Beam Allowable Load (Allow 55#/sq.ft.)

Post 8' apart Post 10" apart
Size # Size #
2x6 800 2x6 650
2x8 1300 2x8 1050
2x10 1900 2x10 1500
2x12 2900 2x12 2100
4x6 1800 4x6 1500
4x8 3100 4x8 2500
4x10 4400 4x10 3500
4x12 6150 4x12 4900
6x6 2900 6x6 2300
6x8 4900 6x8 4100
6x10 7300 6x10 5750
6x12 10100 6x12 8100

Check the Building Permit Application
Permits are issued 8:30-9:30 a.m. or 4:00-5:00 p.m. ONLY.

Stair Requirements and Guidelines