Permit & HOA Checklist for Deck Builds in Chester County, PA

Before the first helical pile is set into the ground, there’s a crucial step that separates a smooth deck build from a frustrating one: permits and HOA approvals.

At Iron Ridge Contracting, we manage every bit of it—from engineered drawings to final township approval—because paperwork shouldn’t slow down craftsmanship.

Why Permits and HOA Approvals Matter

In Chester County, each township has its own version of the rulebook. Whether you live in Kennett Township, East Marlborough, New Garden, Pennsbury, or West Goshen, every municipality enforces its own building codes for decks.

Permits aren’t red tape—they’re protection. They ensure your deck meets safety standards, is properly supported, and adds lasting value to your home. Likewise, HOA approvals protect neighborhood aesthetics and keep everyone playing by the same design standards.

Your HOA Submission Checklist

Most HOAs across Chester County and New Castle County (like those in Unionville, Landenberg, Avondale, and Chadds Ford) require a clear and professional submission. Here’s what we provide on your behalf:

1. Executed Contract – Confirms your project’s scope and materials.

2. Certificate of Insurance (COI) – Proof of our full coverage and professionalism.

3. Material List & Product Details – Including color options and manufacturer specs (TimberTech, Deckorators, and more).

4. Scaled Drawing or Blueprint – Designed by our team and stamped when required.

Our office coordinates directly with your HOA or community manager to make the process seamless. If they request a 3D rendering or product samples, our Ridge Room in Kennett Square offers a hands-on experience they can review or approve.

Permit Process by Township

Because Iron Ridge works extensively in Kennett Township, East Marlborough, Pennsbury, New Garden, West Chester Borough, and Chadds Ford Township, we know exactly what each township expects.

Here’s how we manage the entire process:

• Permit Applications: We complete and submit all township forms.

• Blueprints: Engineered and stamped when required.

• Insurance Certificates: Provided to both township and HOA.

• HOA Approval Letter: Attached with the permit packet.

We also handle township-specific technicalities—like graspable handrails required by Kennett Township, concrete stair landings enforced in Pennsbury, and drainage management checks common in East Marlborough.

When needed, we explain and document helical piers, which are now recognized in several municipalities (like New Garden and Chadds Ford) as a best-practice foundation method for long-term deck stability.

The Iron Ridge Difference

Because we’ve submitted hundreds of applications across Chester and Delaware Counties, we know what each local inspector looks for. Our knowledge of local zoning setbacks, impervious coverage limits, and railing height codes ensures your project is compliant before construction begins.

We don’t just meet code—we build for life above it.

Your Next Step

From HOA packets in Unionville neighborhoods to permit approvals in Kennett Square Borough, Iron Ridge Contracting manages the entire process so you can focus on what matters—designing the outdoor space that fits your family’s lifestyle.

Visit our design room, The Ridge Room, at 220 Birch Street in Kennett Square to begin your consultation.

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