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�MyBuildingPermit .com <br /> a service of eCityGov.net Construction Tip Sheet 05 <br /> Deck Construction Notes <br /> • Design loading for decks is based on 60 pounds per square feet (PSF) live load, 10 PSF dead <br /> load, and 1500 PSF soil-bearing capacity. <br /> • The illustrations and information in this tip Sheet may be used for decks whether or not they <br /> require a permit. See Tip Sheet 0 for when a permit is required. <br /> • All wood must be pressure-treated or naturally resistant to decay. Treat cuts, holes, and <br /> notches with end-cut solution. <br /> • Fasteners, hangers, nails, etc., must be stainless steel, hot-dipped galvanized, or as specifically <br /> required for the specified wood preservative used. The coating weights for zinc-coated <br /> fasteners to be in accordance with ASTM A 153. Provide documentation in the field showing <br /> the required fastener protection for the wood chosen for your deck. <br /> • You may modify any components of this Tip Sheet using accepted engineering practices. Any <br /> modifications must be reviewed prior to permit issuance. All attachments must be per <br /> manufacturer's installation instructions. <br /> • Visit MyBuildingPermit.com for additional Tip Sheets for stairs, handrails, and notching and <br /> boring. <br /> 36"minimum high guard <br /> with Intermediate rails Attachment of <br /> spaced so that a sphere U pre-manufactured guardall <br /> Existingbuilding4"in diameter cannot systems to deck components <br /> pass through(See Tip shall be per manufacturer. <br /> Flashing Sheet 3). Special blocking details may be <br /> required by the reviewer. <br /> See tail 1 on page <br /> 6 for lededger Refer table on page /—See page 8 for guardrail <br /> attachment options f 3 for Joist Sizes ,_ post connection <br /> Decking (f and Spans <br /> x"r.^t 1 Secure ballusters with(1)#8d <br /> (/ t-...--- <br /> wood screw top&bottom <br /> Y"spacing \/ Refer to Table on page 3 for <br /> recommended /� / Beam Size and Spans <br /> for drainage <br /> Note: <br /> for drainage �\ <br /> Contractor to field <br /> verify adequacy of Knee braces are required if <br /> solid lumber for ledger distance from grade to top of <br /> connection. post exceeds 48". See detail <br /> a <br /> _--._................_ / If an exit or egress from on page 7 <br /> the existing building <br /> passes under the For post size and maximum <br /> Is <br /> proan exiposed deckstingpat,orio ifun d theerre allowable height,see page 4 <br /> the proposed deck,6-8" <br /> minimum clearance must <br /> be maintained. Please <br /> Indicate openings In Manufactured post base cast in <br /> existing wall in elevation footing <br /> view. Refer to Table on page 4 for <br /> Footing Size <br /> 3,000 psi concrete(no special <br /> inspection required) <br /> Finished grade <br /> 1"dear—,,,,_I I <br /> Minimum ~I~ I (2)#4 ea.way,3"clear <br /> de th of to bottom of footing. <br /> footing 12". I I I • I III Footing to bear on <br /> f t Tffol1 T� t-t I i f undisturbed earth. <br /> January 14,2022 MyBuildingPermit.com I Basic Deck <br /> / <br /> eCityGov.net <br /> 2005 eCityGcvklianrx <br />