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Do I need a permit for a deck in Long Beach, CA?

Short answer: It depends on the details for a deck in Long Beach, CA (for example: Over 30 in or roofed: permit).

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No building permit for unroofed decks up to 30 in above grade and not over a basement or story below. Higher or covered decks need one.

What changes the answer

Cost

Fee not extracted; see Long Beach Development Services fees. Unverified, confirm locally

Fee source: https://longbeach.gov/lbcd/building/permit-center/do-i-need-a-permit/

Where to apply

City of Long Beach Development Services Permit Center (LBCD online)

Permitting authority: City of Long Beach Development Services, Building and Safety Bureau. Exempt work must still meet Long Beach zoning rules (height, setbacks, coverage). See also: how to apply for a building permit.

Official sources

“c) Unroofed platforms, walks, driveways and decks not more than thirty (30) inches above grade and not over any basement or story below”

Source: https://longbeach.gov/lbcd/faq/permits/

“Private concrete pathways, driveways, and decks up to 30 inches above adjacent ground level.”

Source: https://longbeach.gov/lbcd/building/permit-center/do-i-need-a-permit/

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