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April 3, 2009
Floating wooden deck/platform
I want to cover a portion of my concrete patio back yard with a floating wooden deck/platform. it would be unattached from any structure and only a few inches above grade. I cannot seem to find if such a floating structure allows me to LEGALLY avoid the plans/permitting process with the City. Does anyone have direct knowledge on this topic? I have scoured the building codes but cannot find anything too relevant. the DOB "Decks/Patios" brochure is also completely lacking in detail.
Many thanks.
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As long as it is truly floating and not attached to your home it is not considered a deck; it's essentially furniture. This would not require plans or permitting.
Posted by: Bklyn Fire Alarm Guy at April 3, 2009 2:13 PM
There were some recommendations of nice stuff on here a year or so ago. You need to search the archives under "Decks"
Posted by: daveinbedstuy at April 3, 2009 3:21 PM
I think Ikea is carrying floating deck segments that you can connect together.
Posted by: cornetor at April 3, 2009 4:56 PM
I installed swiftdeck floating panels on my 10' x 20' deck.
Not cheap but easy to put down. I'd recommend a good wood
preservative so that it keeps it's original color -- unless
you like the faded IPE "grey" look.
Posted by: daroogle at April 3, 2009 6:50 PM
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