Adding a pergola, roof or gazebo to a deck

If the roof is attached to your house, it is considered an addition. Review additions the page to apply for your permit. 

If the roof is not attached to your house, it is considered an accessory residential building. Review the Garage, shed and greenhouse page to apply for your permit.

Commercial Multifamily Permit

You must apply for a Commercial Multifamily permit

Permit requirements:

Development Permit - $550.00

Building Permit - $205.92

Permit not needed

You do not require a permit if your deck is uncovered and less than 0.6m (2’-0”) above grade at every point.

Documents required:

• Required Documents Checklist

• Site Plan

• Deck Plan

• Deck Cross Section

• Public Tree Disclosure Statement

• Block Plan

To help you prepare, please refer to the Uncovered Deck Required Documents Checklist. It outlines all required documents and provides guidance on what each drawing should include.

Once you’ve gathered all the necessary documents, you can submit your application: Online at apply.calgary.ca or In-person at the Planning Services Centre

Extending an existing deck

Include the existing post, beam and joist details in your drawings. Highlight the proposed deck extension.

Adding a pergola, roof or gazebo to a deck

If the roof is attached to your house, it is considered an addition. Review additions the page to apply for your permit. 

If the roof is not attached to your house, it is considered an accessory residential building. Review the Garage, shed and greenhouse page to apply for your permit.