subject: Know the Law About Decks [print this page] Once you have received the proper approvals, you can move forward with confidence that your deck will not pose any problems for you in the future. After all, your deck should be an asset to your house; when designed properly, it should actually increase the value of your house. If your deck violates local ordinances, it will actually be a liability and could end up costing you an exorbitant amount of money. It is very likely that you will be able to select a deck that not only you will love, but also one that will be approved in the event an inspection was to be conducted on your property; just take your time and plan ahead, and everything should go off without a hitch!
