Taller Posts and Bracing
Higher decks need heavier posts and bracing so the deck doesn't sway.
Hillside and second-story decks
Deck Contractor Sandy Springs
Sloped backyard or a deck off the second floor? Plan the height, stairs and extra permit steps before construction starts.
Call (470) 427-9259
- Tall and multi-level decks
- River corridor checks
- Sealed site plans when needed
Building Decks on Sloped Lots
Sloped lots often mean the back door sits well above the yard, so decks end up tall, with long stair runs and heavy posts. Height also changes the paperwork.
The city's Community Development checklist calls for site plans sealed by a Georgia-registered engineer, surveyor, architect or landscape architect on decks more than 6 feet above grade. The builder plans for that before pricing, so it doesn't surprise you later.
Calling is simple; here's how the call works.
What a Sloped Yard Changes
Longer Stairs
A long run down to the yard often needs a landing partway.
Footing Placement
Footings on a slope are set so runoff doesn't wash soil away from them.
Erosion Control
The city's permit checklist includes a residential erosion control agreement for exterior work.
Deck Builders in Sandy Springs
On lots near the river, a good contractor checks placement before design. Properties within 2,000 feet of the Chattahoochee fall inside the river corridor. Riverfront lots have a 50-foot undisturbed buffer and a 150-foot setback for structures and hard surfaces, so the builder confirms where a deck can go before drawing it.
The city's Community Development map shows whether corridor or stream buffer rules apply to your lot.
What You Can Call About
- New deck building
- Deck replacement
- Deck repair
- Composite decking
- Screened porches
- Deck railing
- Deck staining and sealing
Questions From Hillside Homeowners
Do you work in Sandy Springs?
Yes. Call (470) 427-9259.
Does every deck need a sealed site plan?
The city's checklist calls for one on decks more than 6 feet above grade. The builder confirms what your deck needs.
How do I know if my lot is in the river corridor?
The city's Community Development map shows it, and the builder can check it with you.
Who handles the permit?
The builder can explain how they handle permits for your project when they quote it.
Plan a Deck That Fits Your Slope
Talk to a builder about height, stairs and permits on a sloped lot.