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Techwood Decks · Belmont, California

Deck Builder in Belmont, CA

Custom decks by Techwood Decks, a licensed deck builder serving Belmont homeowners. See a project we built in Belmont below.

Multi-level deck with cable railing and LED lighting at night in Belmont, CA

Belmont homes sit on hillsides and tree-covered lots. We design and build custom decks that fit your lot, your home and the way you use your yard. Every project starts with a visit and a 3D design, and we build with TimberTech PVC and composite decking.

In Belmont we handle deck building, deck replacement, pergolas and outdoor living features such as lighting, benches and outdoor kitchens. Planning a budget? See what a deck costs in the Bay Area, with real totals from recent projects.

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Decks built for Belmont lots

  • Sloped and hillside lots, with engineered footings and structure
  • Low-maintenance TimberTech PVC and composite decking
  • Cable and aluminum railing, with LED lighting options
  • Permit drawings and City submittal handled by us

What we build in Belmont

  • New decks and full deck replacements
  • Raised and multi-level decks
  • Stairs, railings and gates
  • Outdoor lighting

A Belmont project

A Multi-Level Deck Replacement

A deck replacement with TimberTech Vintage decking in Coastline and Dark Hickory, cable railing, LED lighting and a gate. The multi-level design links the house to the yard with new stairs between levels.

Covered deck with cable railing and outdoor seating in Belmont, CA
TimberTech deck stairs with cable railing in Belmont, CA
Deck stairs with cable railing and LED lighting in Belmont, CA
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Permit guide

Do I need a permit to build a deck in Belmont?

In most cases, yes. Belmont’s Permit Center follows California Residential Code R105.2, which exempts only low, free-standing decks:

  • No higher than 30 inches above grade
  • 200 square feet or less
  • Not attached to the house
  • Not serving the exit door

A deck attached to the house needs a building permit at any height. Belmont also publishes standard details for guardrails, handrails and stairways, and we build to them.

Permit requirements for a deck in Belmont

Requirements vary by project. For a typical deck we prepare:

  • Building permit application
  • Site plan showing the deck and property lines
  • Floor plan, framing plan and elevations
  • Structural details for footings, framing and railings
  • Structural calculations when an engineer is required
  • Product and material information
  • Planning review (Administrative Design Review) when the project requires it

What the City checks

  • Structure: footings, framing, connections and loads
  • Guardrails and stairs
  • Compliance with the California Residential Code
  • Setbacks and lot coverage
  • Inspections during construction

How long it takes

Timing depends on the City’s review queue and on any comments that come back. Ask our team for the current estimate. Permit Center: (650) 595-7422.

Setbacks and zoning

  • Decks 30 inches or less above finished grade are allowed inside required yards (Sec. 9.7.1(b)).
  • Decks 30 inches or higher may project up to 6 ft into a required front or rear yard, or 3 ft into a required side yard, and may not rise above the entry level of the house except for the guardrail (Sec. 9.7.1(c)).
  • Typical R-1B setbacks: front 20 ft (15 ft on a 50 ft right-of-way, 25 ft from a private road); interior side 10% of lot width, minimum 6 ft, maximum 9 ft; street side 15 ft; rear 15 ft (Secs. 4.2.4 to 4.2.6).
  • Your zoning district sets the exact numbers, so we confirm them before we design.

We handle it for you. Techwood Decks prepares the drawings, submits the permit and manages the inspections, so you do not have to deal with the City.

Sources: City of Belmont Permit Center and Building Code Handouts.

How it works

01

Consultation at your home

02

3D design, so you see the deck before we build it

03

Material selection at our San Carlos showroom

04

Permit and planning

05

Construction

06

Final walkthrough and warranty

Belmont deck FAQ

In most cases, yes. Only low, detached decks (30 inches or less above grade, 200 sq ft or less, not serving an exit door) are exempt under the California Residential Code, and an attached deck needs a permit at any height. You can call the Permit Center at (650) 595-7422, or ask us. We confirm the rule for your property and handle the permit.

Cost depends on size, height, slope, materials and railing. We give a written estimate after a site visit and a 3D design. Call 650-640-1668 to schedule.

We build with TimberTech PVC and composite decking. These materials resist rot and insects, do not need staining and come in many colors. We bring samples to your visit.

Yes. We build raised and hillside decks, with engineered footings and structure where needed.

Yes. We prepare the drawings and engineering, submit them to the City and manage inspections through final.

Ready to plan your deck in Belmont?

Tell us about your yard and we will come out, measure and show you the deck in 3D.

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