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Board flags permitting and excavation questions for lakeside deck work
Summary
Members told applicants that building permits and excavation within the shoreland zone may be required and that the code enforcement officer will need to clarify whether the work triggers a larger permitting process; the applicants were advised to confirm footing/anchoring methods before proceeding.
Board members and staff reminded the applicants that replacing or altering deck footings in a shoreland zone can trigger building permits and possibly excavation reviews. Members noted that much of the area under the deck is bedrock and that work may involve bolting to ledge rather than deep excavation, but they cautioned that any disturbance in the shoreland zone could require a permit classification (PBR or other) and review by the code enforcement officer.
The board made clear that issuing a variance is separate from the building permit and that the applicants should confirm construction details and whether excavation or new footings are planned. One board member walked through typical permit steps and asked the applicants to obtain a building permit and meet any PBR or excavation requirements prior to construction.
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