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What does a deck permit cost?

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Focused project answerLast verified Oct 1, 2026

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City of Vaughan By-law 051-2026, Schedule F, lists a $280.00 flat 2026 building-permit fee per Part 9 'Deck, Covered Porch, Basement Walk-up' item, IF the proposed deck needs a permit. This is not a quote for all planning, drawings, construction or possible additional refundable security/returnable fees; the exact permit classification must be checked. The schedule lists a separate $515.00 returnable-fee category for qualifying residential accessory structures (or the permit fee if lower), and annual permit-maintenance charges may apply to permits that remain open. Source: City of Vaughan, 2026 Fees and Charges By-law 051-2026, Schedule F (reviewed Oct. 20, 2026).

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Vaughan requires a permit for decks attached to a building regardless of area or height. Its published exemption applies to an uncovered, detached deck no larger than 18.6 m² and no higher than 0.6 m above grade.

Attached deckPermit required regardless of area or height

Vaughan states that a deck or porch attached to a building requires a building permit.

Detached uncovered deckMay be permit-exempt within both limits

The published exemption is for an uncovered detached deck up to 18.6 m², not exceeding 0.6 m above grade.

ZoningStill applies

Vaughan notes that even permit-exempt decks must comply with the Zoning By-law, including setbacks.

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Attached deckPermit required regardless of area or height

Vaughan states that a deck or porch attached to a building requires a building permit.

Official sourceCity of VaughanDecks and Porches · Permit triggers, zoning and drawing requirements

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Detached uncovered deckMay be permit-exempt within both limits

The published exemption is for an uncovered detached deck up to 18.6 m², not exceeding 0.6 m above grade.

Official sourceCity of VaughanDecks and Porches · Permit triggers, zoning and drawing requirements

Verified2026-10-01Open proof

ZoningStill applies

Vaughan notes that even permit-exempt decks must comply with the Zoning By-law, including setbacks.

Official sourceCity of VaughanDecks and Porches · Permit triggers, zoning and drawing requirements

Verified2026-10-01Open proof

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Licensed GTA general contractor providing residential and commercial construction, renovations, home additions, outdoor construction and project management from planning and permits through completion.

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Canata Construction

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Licensed GTA general contractor providing kitchens, bathrooms, whole-home renovations, additions, basement apartments, commercial fit-ups, windows, doors and outdoor projects.

Service area: Vaughan

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GTA building-design and permit-management firm providing permit-ready drawings, zoning support and architectural, structural, mechanical and electrical coordination for residential and commercial projects.

Service area: Vaughan

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