Recommendations for visible backyard deck - historic district

Hi all. We are planning on building a deck off the first floor in the backyard. Backyard is 32 feet. Deck will have stairs for access to backyard. Will also need to convert one window to a door for access to deck. 1 – Do we need an architect And construction company And someone specifically for the door? If so, any recommendations? 2 – We are in a historic district and the door and deck will be slightly visible from the street. Does anyone have experience with this or advice? Thank you in advance!

New2NYC

in Decks and Porches 10 years and 2 months ago

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New2NYC | 10 years and 2 months ago

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Ok, will look into these things. Thank you

resident2 | 10 years and 2 months ago

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You will most likely need Landmarks approval, but also depending on what the zoning is in your block you may only be able to build a direct staircase because you cannot build anything within 30 feet of your back property line.

Augustiner | 10 years and 2 months ago

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Landmark or not – creating an opening for a door is structural work which requires a permit. Also there are certain requirements like e.g. no combustible materials within 3 feet of the property line (for 3 family and bigger). Get an expediter to make and file a plan.