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What are the plan submittal requirements for decks and pool decks?


A copy of an Instrument Survey with dimensions indicating the location of the deck on the property.
A plan with dimensions indicating how the structure will be constructed and anchored. This plan should include materials used and spacing of framing members.
A plan showing the guardrails as required by the NYS Residential Code. Such guardrails are required to be a minimum of 36 inches in height.
Plans for pool decks must depict and label details regarding:

-48" Gate swinging away from pool, that is both self closing and self latching

-Gate must swing over a minimal 3' X 3' sq. ft landing.

-Latch for pool gate must be set at a minimum of 3" below top of gate.

-Within an 18" radius of the latch no space may be greater than 1/2"

(All construction documents must conform to Appendix G of the Residential code of NYS)
(FAQ10724)

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