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. _°.. 1.--(--.- <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 i pre-manufactured guardail <br /> systems to deck components <br /> 4"in diameter cannot <br /> Existing building shall be per manufacturer. <br /> pass through(See Tip Special blocking details may be <br /> _...77Flashing Sheet 3). required by the reviewer. <br /> See detail 1 on page <br /> Sheet <br /> for ledger Refer table on page See page 8 for guardrail <br /> 4 attachment options 3 for Joist Sizes post connection <br /> Decking and Spans <br /> — <br /> 1 Secure ballusters with(1)#8d <br /> ( / wood screw top&bottom <br /> / 3f4"spacing \ Refer to Table on page 3 for <br /> recommended Beam Size and Spans <br /> Note: for drainage <br /> Contractor to field Knee braces are required if <br /> verify adequacy of f distance from grade to top of <br /> solid lumber for ledger post exceeds 48". See detail <br /> connection. If an exit or egress from " on page 7 <br /> / the existing building <br /> d passes under the For post size and maximum <br /> proposed deck,or if there allowable height,see page 4 <br /> Is an existing patio under <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. <br /> Refer to Table on page 4 for <br /> Footing Size <br /> 3,000 psi concrete(no special <br /> inspection required) <br /> r Finished grade <br /> 1"dear—, I— <br /> Minimum I 1 't•= _ I ` (2)#4 ea.way,3"clear <br /> I I I I I1•:'. : Ip1 to bottom of footing. <br /> depth of I :: ," III Footing to bear on <br /> footing 12" i I—Piii 1 1 1 =undisturbed earth. <br /> January 14,2022 MyBuildingPermit.com i Basic Deck <br /> eCttyGov net <br /> 2005 alk011YGa 11$rice <br />