Deck plans for permits, site plan to framing.
Raised decks, covered decks and patio covers usually need a site plan and construction drawings. We draw where the deck sits on the lot and how it is built, from footings and framing to the ledger connection.
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Every plan is drawn for your actual lot from your survey or plat, with the details your reviewer checks first.
- Site plan with deck location and setbacks
- Deck size and height above grade
- Footing size, depth and spacing
- Beam, joist and post sizes
- Ledger attachment to the house
- Stairs, guards and handrails
- Roof framing for covered decks
- Easements and property lines
- Materials and fastener notes
- Elevation view of the deck
Example deck plan with framing
This is the kind of drawing your permit office reviews. Each numbered item is something we show on your plan.
- 1Deck location and size on the lot
- 2Distance from the deck to property lines
- 3Ledger attachment to the house
- 4Joist size, spacing and direction
- 5Beam and post layout
- 6Footing locations
- 7Stairs and guards
Deck projects we draw plans for
Tell us what you are building and we draw the plan your city expects for that project.
Raised wood decks
Decks more than 30 inches above grade with guards and stairs.
Covered decks
Decks with roofs tied into or freestanding from the house.
Patio covers
Attached and freestanding patio covers.
Pergolas
Open-roof structures where the city requires a permit.
Composite deck replacements
Rebuilds that change size, height or framing.
Pool decks and platforms
Raised pool-side decks shown with the pool barrier.
Plans and projects like yours
A look at the drawings and project types this service covers in Texas.
Texas deck rules that affect your plans
Rules change from city to city. These are examples from official city permit pages, and we check the rules for your address before drawing.
Requirements change. Always confirm current rules with your permit office before you build.
Why these plans get sent back
The most common review comments we see, and every one is checked before your plan leaves our desk.
- Footing size or depth not specified
- Ledger connection not detailed
- Guard height or baluster spacing missing
- Joist span too long for the size and spacing
- Deck setbacks not dimensioned
What we need from you
Most orders start with just the first two items. We tell you if anything else is needed.
- Property addressSo we can confirm the city, county or ETJ rules.
- Survey or recorded platA photo or PDF is fine. No survey? We check what is on public record.
- Project detailsWhat you are building, its size and where it goes on the lot.
- Photos or a sketchOptional, but they help us place the work accurately.
Who we draw these plans for
Homeowners ordering one plan and contractors ordering every week get the same review and turnaround.
From address to permit-ready in four steps
No account to create and no forms to learn. Send the address and we handle the drawing.
Send your address
Share the property address, project details and any survey or plat you have.
Get scope and price
We confirm what your city or county requires and send a clear quote.
We draft the plan
Your plan is drawn to scale with every dimension the reviewer checks.
Submit with confidence
You get a permit-ready PDF, and we fix covered review comments for free.
If the city rejects it, we fix it free.
Covered drafting comments are corrected at no charge. If we cannot get it right, our money-back guarantee applies.
Questions about deck plans for permit in Texas
Straight answers to what Texas owners and contractors ask us most.
Do I need a permit for a deck in Texas?
Many cities require one for decks over 30 inches above grade, attached decks or decks with roofs. Small, low decks are exempt in some cities. We check your city before drawing.
What drawings does a deck permit need?
Usually a site plan plus framing drawings that show footings, beams, joists, the ledger connection, stairs and guards.
Do deck plans need an engineer?
Most standard residential decks do not. Large spans, tall decks or unusual roofs can need engineering. We tell you if yours does.
Can you draw a patio cover or pergola too?
Yes. We draw attached and freestanding patio covers and pergolas with the site plan and framing.
How fast can I get deck plans?
Most deck site plans are delivered in 12 to 24 hours; full framing plans depend on size and are confirmed with your quote.
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Related permit guides
Guides for Texas property owners and builders.
Serving every Texas city and county
Local permit guides for our most-requested cities. We draw for all 254 Texas counties.
Get your plan in 12 to 24 hours.
Send your address and project details. We confirm what your city needs and send a price, usually the same day.
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