rooftop deck
I’ve had a few contractors bid on my simple roof top deck. Some say a permit is required, which itself requires architect plans. Curious what others have done. Also, for pressure treated wood on typical brownstone roof, price ranges. The range I got was between $4500 and $1000 for same material!
I’ve had a few contractors bid on my simple roof top deck. Some say a permit is required, which itself requires architect plans. Curious what others have done. Also, for pressure treated wood on typical brownstone roof, price ranges. The range I got was between $4500 and $1000 for same material!
For roof decks in NYC, building permits are required. And only so much of the roof can be used for a deck. A certificate of occupancy saying the roof can be used for such purposes is also needed. The buildings department loves to prey on those with undocumented roofdecks.
It depends on what you’re doing as to whether you need a permit or not. If you’re making a permanent structure then yes, you need plans and a permit. If you’re just laying a frame onto the existing roof then you should be fine. Either way, checking with the DOB is in order. Permits are not difficult to get.
Also you get what you pay for. The person who has told you $1000 doesn’t sound like they have any idea what materials they should use. What is your access like, are there stairs, or is it a hatch with a ladder? If the latter (pun, ha ha), then labor alone will be very close to half of that 1k.
1k sounds dubious and not to be trusted- just saying… Also, treating the wood will affect the price. Maybe you should forego the pressure treated thing and go with one of the home depot brazilion trex like line. This way you’re not paying for a premium wood like Ipe, but you are getting some longevity out of your purchase.