My 28 year old deck needs major repairs. In a world without required building permits and building codes, I would just tear it down and replace it.
But a building permit and compliance with current building codes is required here in unincorporated Cobb County. I am having trouble finding what the current required building codes are. Getting the permit and dealing with inspections, etc., would be a major hassle for someone who works.
So, I am thinking about replacing one board at a time in the structure, so that I am merely repairing it. I would replace the decking and railing, one section at a time. I have the tools and ability to do that.
I would document everything with dated pictures, in case the gummit decided it didn't like what I was doing.
Thoughts on the legality of doing this?
But a building permit and compliance with current building codes is required here in unincorporated Cobb County. I am having trouble finding what the current required building codes are. Getting the permit and dealing with inspections, etc., would be a major hassle for someone who works.
So, I am thinking about replacing one board at a time in the structure, so that I am merely repairing it. I would replace the decking and railing, one section at a time. I have the tools and ability to do that.
I would document everything with dated pictures, in case the gummit decided it didn't like what I was doing.
Thoughts on the legality of doing this?