PlainPermit

Do I need a permit for a deck in Albuquerque, NM?

Short answer: It depends on the details for a deck in Albuquerque, NM (for example: Over 30 in: permit).

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Platforms up to 30 in above grade (not over a story or basement) are exempt. Higher decks need a building permit.

What changes the answer

Note: The exemption names platforms, not decks.

Cost

Fee not extracted; see Building Safety fees. Unverified, confirm locally

Fee source: https://www.cabq.gov/planning/building-safety-division/permits

Where to apply

City of Albuquerque Building Safety Division (ABC-PIP online / Express Permitting)

Permitting authority: City of Albuquerque Planning Department, Building Safety Division. Based on the City's 2020 Uniform Administrative Code and Building Safety permit pages. Walls and fences also need zoning approval. See also: how to apply for a building permit.

Official sources

“Platforms, walks, and driveways not more than 30 inches above adjacent grade and not over a story or basement below and not part of an accessible route;”

Source: https://documents.cabq.gov/planning/BuildingSafety/2020%20UAC.pdf

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