For philadelphia roof decks are for all seasons getting the proper permits from the city takes about 90 days assuming that everything goes smoothly.
Philadelphia roof deck permit.
Applicant agrees to limit the construction to comply with ez permit standard for decks dated january 2011.
While roof decks are generally by right and do not require approval from the zoning board l i will not grant a permit for this work without formal plans drawn up by an architect and the permit issued to a licensed contractor.
For posternack construction typically takes about a month with more time added if the deck requires a pilot house a shed like structure with an interior staircase.
Roof decks require a zoning permit.
Setback roof decks must be set back at least five feet from the front building line.
Excluding roof decks exterior window and door replacement with no change in size one or two family dwellings don t need a permit for this unless they are historic masonry facade replacement not applicable for historic properties above ground pools and spas.
Ez permit process shall not be applicable to buildings listed as historic as established by the philadelphia historical commission.
Install 12 x 12 deck in rear.
Residential decks up to 216 sq.
Total area of roof sq.
The department of licenses and inspections issues permits and certificates for building operations zoning and administrative functions.
Ez deck permit obtain permits for building a deck without submitting plans by meeting the conditions and design limitations below.
Proposed area of roof sheathing replacement sq.
Deviation from the standard will result in revocation of this permit and imposition of further penalties.
City of philadelphia office of the mayor.