Madison properties
For a property inside City of Madison limits, start with the City’s deck guidance and confirm the current requirements for the proposed project. The structure, footprint and intended enclosure affect the questions that need review.
New decks, structural replacement, surface updates and outdoor features each bring different design questions. Guidance for a City of Madison address may not apply to a property in a neighboring municipality.
Addresses near local boundaries
Identify the authority for the actual property before applying permit, setback or inspection guidance. A nearby neighbor’s project may have different circumstances or be located under a different jurisdiction.
Bring the address and proposed scope to the relevant office or project designer. If extra property-specific restrictions apply, resolve them before a construction proposal is treated as ready to proceed.
Start with your project location
Send your ZIP code and a description of the property with your project details. Note access to the backyard, the height of an existing deck and the changes you want to make.
Call to discuss a new deck, replacement or related outdoor features. The project checklist can help you gather the measurements and photos needed for the next discussion.