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Hamilton spells out exactly when a deck needs a permit: any deck attached to the house, a detached deck over 10 m² and more than 200 mm above grade, and new railings. Sloped Mountain-brow and Dundas lots often mean raised decks, so most of our Hamilton decks are permitted builds.
City of Hamilton rules
Decking rules in Hamilton.
Checked against the City of Hamilton's own website. Lots differ, so we confirm the rules for your address at the quote visit.
Private trees
Depends on where you are: the former City of Hamilton has no private tree by-law, but Ancaster (heritage trees 45 cm+), Dundas (15 cm+ on designated lands) and Stoney Creek (Escarpment area) still have their own.
City of Hamilton: tree by-law reviewEscarpment & conservation
Hamilton is split between four conservation authorities (Hamilton, Halton, Niagara Peninsula and Grand River), and lots in the Niagara Escarpment control area can need a Niagara Escarpment Commission permit.
Niagara Escarpment CommissionDeck permits
Hamilton requires a permit for any deck attached to the house, for a detached uncovered deck over 10 m² and more than 200 mm above grade, and for a small deck by a door more than 600 mm above grade. New or replacement railings also need a permit.
City of Hamilton: porches & decks
- Composite
- Pressure-Treated Pine
- Cedar
- Railings & Rails
Hamilton Decking FAQ
Quick answers.
Hamilton requires a permit for any deck attached to the house, for a detached uncovered deck over 10 m² and more than 200 mm above grade, and for a small deck by a door more than 600 mm above grade. New or replacement railings also need a permit.
Depends on where you are: the former City of Hamilton has no private tree by-law, but Ancaster (heritage trees 45 cm+), Dundas (15 cm+ on designated lands) and Stoney Creek (Escarpment area) still have their own.
Send the form on this page or call 437-241-6287. We reply within one business day, visit your Hamilton property to measure and check the City of Hamilton rules for your lot, and give you a fixed written price.
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