San Jose deck permit fees start around $400–$600 for a $18k project. See the exact steps, current timeline, and what drives costs up.
A typical deck permit in San Jose runs $400–$600 for a project valued around $15,000–$20,000. The city charges a $220 base fee plus 1.2% of the declared project value. Larger or hillside decks can push this to $900+.
Submit your plans through San Jose's ePermits portal with a site plan and structural drawings. Plan check takes 7–14 business days for standard residential decks. After paying fees and receiving your permit, expect a framing inspection mid-build and a final inspection at completion.
Most deck permits in San Jose are issued 2–3 weeks after a complete submission. Incomplete applications or decks over 30 inches above grade requiring full structural review can stretch this to 4–6 weeks.
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