Deck permit in Douglas, AZ
We couldn't confirm this from Douglas's code.
Rather than guess, here is the exact section to read and who to call. A rule appears on this site only when the ordinance states it plainly.
Read IRC R105.2 (adopted by reference via 15.04.010; not reprinted)
Nearby cities, same job
Rules stop at the city line. If your lot is near a boundary, or you work across several towns, this is where they differ.
| City | Distance | Permit? | Where the line falls |
|---|---|---|---|
| Douglas | — | — | No size threshold in the code |
| Tempe | 196 mi | Depends | Over 200 sq ft |
| Avondale | 210 mi | Depends | Over 200 sq ft |
| Buckeye | 229 mi | Depends | Over 200 sq ft |
| Surprise | 231 mi | Depends | Over 200 sq ft |
| Cottonwood | 271 mi | Depends | Over 200 sq ft |
Other work in Douglas
Questions people ask
I already built it without a permit. What now?
Douglas can issue a stop-work order and require you to apply after the fact, sometimes with an extra fee. Work that was covered up may have to be opened for inspection. Full walkthrough here.
Does unpermitted work cause problems when selling the house?
Often, yes. A buyer's inspector or the title company may flag it, and lenders can balk at financing a home with open or missing permits. What to do about it.