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The Ultimate Deck Shop is a Saskatchewan deck retailer based in Saskatoon and Regina that provides free deck-permit advisory for every customer across every Saskatchewan municipality. In Saskatoon (also Martensville, Warman, RM of Corman Park), a building permit is required for any deck more than 600 mm (24 inches) above grade or larger than 2.25 sq m (25 sq ft). The Saskatoon residential uncovered deck permit fee is $59.00 effective January 1, 2026. In Regina, a building permit is required for all covered decks plus uncovered decks more than 600 mm (2 ft) above grade; the Regina residential deck flat fee is $100. Saskatchewan adopted the 2020 National Building Code effective January 1, 2024 by regulation under The Construction Codes Act.

Deck permits in Moose Jaw require an application when the deck is 0.4 m or more above grade or larger than 10 sq m, with online submission via citywideportal.com. Prince Albert requires a deck permit for any deck more than 600 mm above grade or supporting an enclosed roofed structure. North Battleford requires both a building permit and a development permit for residential decks. Yorkton charges $5 per $1,000 of construction value (0.5%); Weyburn charges $7 per $1,000 with a $100 minimum on Part 9 residential projects; Estevan, Humboldt, and Swift Current calculate fees on construction value. Common Saskatchewan deck permit gotchas: missing setback dimensions on the site plan, undersized footings (Prairie frost depth is 1.2 m / 4 ft), beam spans exceeding span-table limits, hot-tub on deck without engineered point-load review, and starting construction before permit issuance (which triggers stop-work orders and per-diem fines). Plans typically required: site plan, framing plan, elevations. TUDS provides free permit advisory at Saskatoon and Regina showrooms and can pull the permit on customer's behalf for a small admin fee (built into Managed Install at no extra charge).

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Saskatchewan deck-permit guide · Updated April 2026

Deck permits in Saskatchewan, answered.

Province rules + every major city's specifics. We'll help you pull it.

The honest, in-plain-English answer to whether you need a permit, what it costs, and how to get it. Saskatoon, Regina, Moose Jaw, Prince Albert, North Battleford, Yorkton, Estevan, Weyburn, Humboldt, Swift Current — every threshold, every fee, every gotcha. Free permit advisory at either TUDS showroom.

All major SK citiesCode thresholdsTypical fees
How TUDS helps with permits

Free permit advisory. Optional permit-pull. Either way, you skip the headache.

TUDS holds permit advisory free for every Saskatchewan customer. Need it pulled on your behalf? Our admin team handles drawings, submission, and city revision back-and-forth for a small fee — and it's built into Managed Install at no extra charge.

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    Tell us about your project

    Walk into either showroom (or send us your dimensions). We'll capture deck size, attachment, height above grade, hot-tub plans, and which Saskatchewan municipality you're in. 15 minutes, no obligation.

    Who: Customer + TUDS Escape ArtistTiming: 15 minutes
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    Drawings (we provide for basic decks)

    For straightforward residential decks, our team produces the site plan, framing plan, and elevations the city needs — included free with most TUDS material orders. Complex spans, attached covered decks, or unusual loads (hot tub, outdoor kitchen) may need an engineered stamp; we'll flag that up front.

    Who: TUDSTiming: 1–3 business days
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    Materials takeoff + project pricing

    Materials list lands in the project estimator. You see live Shopify pricing per board, per fastener, per lin-ft of railing — across every brand TUDS stocks. Saves the typical "surprise overage" most homeowners run into mid-project.

    Who: TUDSTiming: Same day
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    Permit advisory (free) OR permit-pull (small admin fee)

    Free advisory: we walk you through your municipality's process, review your drawings, and tell you exactly what to submit. Available to every TUDS customer.
    Permit-pull service: for a small admin fee, our team submits the application, fields city revision requests, and shepherds the permit through to issuance. Built into Managed Install at no extra charge.

    Who: TUDS + CustomerTiming: 5–15 business days (city processing)
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    Submit + wait for issuance

    City reviews. If they request revisions, our team handles the back-and-forth. Don't start construction until the permit is officially issued — even one day of work without a permit can trigger a stop-work order.

    Who: City building departmentTiming: 5–15 business days
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    Inspections during build

    Most Saskatchewan municipalities require: a footing inspection (before backfill or pour), a framing inspection (before deck boards go on), and a final inspection after decking + railing complete. Inspections are typically requested 1–3 business days in advance.

    Who: City inspectorTiming: Day-of, scheduled in advance
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    Final inspection + close-out

    Final inspection confirms guards (railing height per Code), stair geometry, and structural compliance. Closed permit becomes part of property history — important for resale and home insurance. We'll keep a copy on file in case you need it later.

    Who: City inspectorTiming: Day-of
Permit rules by Saskatchewan city

Ten cities. Ten thresholds. One honest table per row.

Saskatchewan adopted the 2020 National Building Code in January 2024, but each municipality administers permits locally — so the threshold, fee, and process changes city-by-city. Here's every major SK municipality's deck-permit specifics, sourced directly from official city pages and verified April 2026.

Composite deck in a Saskatoon backyard — building permit triggered at 600 mm above grade or 2.25 sq m, $59 residential uncovered deck fee for 2026, online ePermit submission via City of Saskatoon
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Largest SK market

Saskatoon

Permit required if deck is >600 mm above grade or >2.25 sq m. $59 residential uncovered deck fee (2026 rate).

When required: any deck more than 600 mm (24 in) above grade or larger than 2.25 sq m (25 sq ft). Also applies to Martensville, Warman, and the RM of Corman Park. Fee: $59.00 for residential uncovered deck (2026 effective rate, including street townhouse and dwelling group). Covered / roofed decks scale higher with construction value. How to apply: online via City of Saskatoon's ePermit portal, or in-person at City Hall (222 3rd Ave N). Drawings required: site plan, framing plan, elevations showing height above grade. Common gotchas: setbacks from rear and side property lines, deck encroaching front-yard setback, hot tub on deck without engineered point-load review. Processing: ~10 business days typical for a straightforward residential deck.

Permit trigger
>600 mm or >2.25 sq m
Typical fee
$59 (uncovered, 2026)
Processing
~10 business days
Apply via
ePermit portal / City Hall
Inspections
Footing + framing + final
Also covers
Martensville, Warman, Corman Park
Covered deck in Regina — building permit required for all covered decks plus uncovered decks more than 600 mm above grade, $100 flat residential deck fee, online via eBuild portal
Featured Tier
Second SK market

Regina

Permit required for all covered decks + uncovered decks >600 mm high. $100 flat fee.

When required: all covered decks (any height) and uncovered decks more than 600 mm (2 ft) above grade. Decks under 600 mm and uncovered are exempt from building permit but a development permit may still apply for setbacks. Fee: $100 flat for residential deck or sunroom (covered or uncovered). Sunrooms above the flat-fee threshold scale at $8 per $1,000 of project value (minimum $100). How to apply: online via the City of Regina eBuild platform, or in-person at City Hall. Application must be signed by the legal property owner. Drawings required: site plan, deck dimensions/heights, materials, attachment details. Processing: 5–15 business days typical (check current Regina permit processing times before submitting).

Permit trigger
Covered (any) or >600 mm
Typical fee
$100 flat (deck + sunroom)
Processing
5–15 business days
Apply via
eBuild platform / City Hall
Inspections
Footing + framing + final
Also requires
Development permit (setbacks)
Moose Jaw residential deck — permit required when deck is 0.4 m or more above grade or larger than 10 sq m, online application via City of Moose Jaw e-Permit portal at citywideportal.com
Major SK city Tier
0.4 m / 10 m² trigger

Moose Jaw

Permit required if 0.4 m or more above grade or larger than 10 m². Online + in-person.

When required: deck 0.4 m (≈16 in) or more above grade and/or larger than 10 m² (≈108 sq ft). Three permit types: Deck — New, Deck — Alteration / Addition (incl. adding a roof), Deck — Demolition. Fee: calculated on construction value [VERIFY current City of Moose Jaw fee schedule — typically $100–$200 for a residential deck]. How to apply: online via the e-Permit Service at citywideportal.com, or in-person at Community Services — Planning & Development (3rd Floor, 228 Main St N). Drawings required: site plan, elevation drawings, foundation plan, framing plan. Screw-pile reports, LVL design, and roof-truss specs apply conditionally.

Permit trigger
≥0.4 m or >10 m²
Typical fee
$100–$200 [VERIFY]
Processing
5–10 business days [VERIFY]
Apply via
citywideportal.com / City Hall
Inspections
Footing + framing + final
Contact
306-694-4443
Prince Albert deck permit — required for any deck higher than 600 mm above grade or supporting a roof / enclosed structure, applications submitted in-person or by email to solutions@citypa.com
Major SK city Tier
600 mm trigger

Prince Albert

Permit required if deck is higher than 600 mm or supports a roof / enclosed structure.

When required: any deck higher than 600 mm (24 in) above grade, or any deck that supports an enclosed structure with a roof. Decks under the threshold still must comply with the Zoning Bylaw setbacks (front yard 2 m max projection, rear yard 3.6 m max, side yard to property line). Fee: calculated on construction value [VERIFY current City of Prince Albert fee schedule — call 306-953-4884]. How to apply: in-person at the Community Development Department (3rd Floor, City Hall) or by email to solutions@citypa.com. Drawings required: foundation supports, joist specs, beam dimensions, guardrail details. Must comply with the Zoning Bylaw and the National Building Code of Canada.

Permit trigger
>600 mm or roofed
Typical fee
By construction value [VERIFY]
Processing
5–10 business days [VERIFY]
Apply via
City Hall / email
Inspections
Footing + framing + final
Contact
306-953-4884
North Battleford deck permit — both building permit and development permit required, single inspection for residential decks, applications via Planning and Development at City Hall
Major SK city Tier
Both permits needed

North Battleford

Both a building permit and development permit required. Single inspection for decks.

When required: the City of North Battleford requires both a building permit and a development permit for residential decks. Review and complete the deck checklist before submission. Fee: based on construction value [VERIFY current City of North Battleford fee schedule]. How to apply: in-person at Planning and Development, City Hall (1291-101st Street). Drawings required: site plan, framing plan, elevations, deck checklist. Inspections: smaller projects like decks require a single inspection. RM of North Battleford No. 437 has a separate process — contact rm437@sasktel.net.

Permit trigger
All residential decks
Typical fee
By construction value [VERIFY]
Processing
5–10 business days [VERIFY]
Apply via
City Hall (Planning & Dev)
Inspections
1 inspection (residential decks)
Contact
306-445-1700
Yorkton residential deck permit — fee schedule based on $5 per $1,000 of construction value or 0.5%, contact Building Services at 306-786-1710
Smaller SK city Tier
$5/$1,000 value

Yorkton

Most projects: $5 per $1,000 of construction value (0.5%). Building Bylaw recently updated.

When required: Yorkton follows the same general 600 mm height threshold used across SK municipalities for residential decks [VERIFY against current Yorkton Building Bylaw — bylaw was updated in 2024]. Fee: for most projects (excluding small residential and one/two dwellings) the fee is set at $5 per $1,000 of construction value, or 0.5%. A typical $25,000 deck build would be ~$125 in permit fee. How to apply: contact Yorkton Building Services. Drawings required: site plan, framing plan, elevation drawings.

Permit trigger
>600 mm height [VERIFY]
Typical fee
$5 / $1,000 value (0.5%)
Processing
5–10 business days [VERIFY]
Apply via
City Hall / Building Services
Inspections
Footing + framing + final
Contact
306-786-1710
Estevan SK residential deck permit — most decks require permits, online E-Application service available, contact Building Inspector at 306-634-1819
Smaller SK city Tier
Online E-Application

Estevan

Most decks need permits. Online E-Application now available. Contact the Building Inspector.

When required: the City of Estevan generally requires permits for residential decks above the 600 mm height threshold [VERIFY against current Estevan Building Bylaw]. Fee: based on construction value [VERIFY]. How to apply: online E-Application service via estevan.ca/planning-development-permits/, or contact the Building Inspector at 306-634-1819 / m.stepp@estevan.ca, or City Hall at (306) 634-1800. Drawings required: site plan, framing plan, elevations.

Permit trigger
>600 mm height [VERIFY]
Typical fee
By construction value [VERIFY]
Processing
5–10 business days [VERIFY]
Apply via
E-Application / City Hall
Inspections
Footing + framing + final
Contact
306-634-1819
Weyburn SK deck permit — fees based on $7 per $1,000 of construction value with $100 minimum for Part 9 projects, contact 306-848-3221
Smaller SK city Tier
$7/$1,000 value

Weyburn

Fees: $7 per $1,000 of construction value. $100 minimum for Part 9 residential projects.

When required: Weyburn requires permits for residential decks above the 600 mm height threshold [VERIFY against current Weyburn Building Bylaw]. Fee: $7 per $1,000 of construction value. $100 minimum for Part 9 (small residential) projects. A typical $25,000 deck build would be ~$175 in permit fee. How to apply: contact the Weyburn building department. Drawings required: site plan, framing plan, elevations.

Permit trigger
>600 mm height [VERIFY]
Typical fee
$7 / $1,000 value ($100 min)
Processing
5–10 business days [VERIFY]
Apply via
City Hall
Inspections
Footing + framing + final
Contact
306-848-3221
Humboldt SK deck permit — no construction may commence without a building permit, applications via Planning and Development office at 715 Main Street
Smaller SK city Tier
Permit before any work

Humboldt

No construction allowed before permit issued. Site plan + floor plans + elevations required.

When required: Humboldt's Planning & Development office requires building permits for residential decks above the 600 mm height threshold [VERIFY]. No construction may commence without a building permit. Fee: based on construction value [VERIFY]. How to apply: in-person at Planning & Development, 715 Main Street, Humboldt SK S0K 2A0. Drawings required: site plan, floor plans / elevations / cross-sections, electrical & plumbing / mechanical layout (for covered or roofed decks).

Permit trigger
>600 mm height [VERIFY]
Typical fee
By construction value [VERIFY]
Processing
5–10 business days [VERIFY]
Apply via
City Hall (Planning & Dev)
Inspections
Footing + framing + final
Address
715 Main Street, Humboldt
Swift Current SK deck permit — required for any deck construction or alteration, penalties including work-stop and forced removal if work begins without permit, contact Planning Growth Development at 306-778-2714
Smaller SK city Tier
Penalties for unpermitted work

Swift Current

Permit required for any deck construction or alteration. Penalties if you start without one.

When required: any deck construction, placement, alteration, repair, renovation, demolition, or addition within the City of Swift Current may require a building permit. The 600 mm height threshold typically applies for the building-permit trigger [VERIFY against current Swift Current Building Bylaw]. Fee: based on construction value [VERIFY]. How to apply: Planning, Growth and Development, 177 - 1st Avenue NE, P.O. Box 340, Swift Current SK S9H 3W1. Phone 306-778-2714, email plng@swiftcurrent.ca. Penalties: if work has already started without a permit, all work must stop during permit processing, and the city may require removal of work that was started prior.

Permit trigger
>600 mm height [VERIFY]
Typical fee
By construction value [VERIFY]
Processing
5–10 business days [VERIFY]
Apply via
City Hall / email plng@
Inspections
Footing + framing + final
Contact
306-778-2714
2-minute permit quiz

Do you need a permit?

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If you walked into TUDS and asked about permits

The three permit questions we get every week — and what we'd actually answer.

"Do I really need a permit for a backyard deck?"
Shane · Co-owner
Shane · Co-owner

In Saskatchewan, almost certainly yes. Saskatoon, Regina, and most municipalities require a permit any time the deck is more than 600 mm (24 in) above grade — and Saskatoon adds a size threshold of 2.25 m² (25 sq ft). If the deck is attached to your house, the answer is always yes regardless of height. The honest answer most homeowners don't want to hear: skipping the permit means risking a stop-work order, daily fines, and in the worst case being told to tear it down. The fee is small ($59–$200 across SK), the process is straightforward, and TUDS will walk you through it for free. Just ask.

How TUDS helps with permits
"What does TUDS actually do for permits?"
Wade · Co-owner
Wade · Co-owner

Two things. (1) Free permit advisory — for every Saskatchewan customer, regardless of whether you buy decking from us. We'll review your dimensions, walk through which permits apply in your municipality, sanity-check your framing plan against your span tables, and tell you exactly what the city wants. Comes standard with every consult. (2) Permit-pull service — for a small admin fee, our team prepares the drawings, submits the application, and shepherds the permit through to issuance. This is built into Managed Install at no extra charge. Full DIY customers get the free advisory; the pull service is optional.

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"What happens if I just build without a permit?"
Shane · Co-owner
Shane · Co-owner

Three things, in escalating severity. (1) The city issues a stop-work order — usually triggered by a neighbour complaint or a passing inspector. All work halts until the permit is filed retroactively (which costs more than the original fee). (2) Daily fines accrue while the deck is non-compliant — Saskatchewan municipalities can issue fines of $100–$500 per day [VERIFY against current city bylaw fines]. (3) The deck flags on resale. Realtors and home-inspectors check permit history; an unpermitted deck either gets removed before sale or knocks tens of thousands off the asking price. Plus, your home insurance may not cover injury or damage on an unpermitted structure. Pull the permit. It's $59–$200 and it stays with the property forever.

Read: typical Saskatoon homeowner timeline
Saskatoon · Regina · Moose Jaw · Prince Albert

Side-by-side permit reality, by SK city.

Scope: the four largest Saskatchewan markets, side-by-side. Smaller SK cities (Yorkton, Estevan, Weyburn, Humboldt, Swift Current, North Battleford) generally follow the 600 mm height threshold — see the city cards above for each one's specifics. Sask provincial Building & Technical Standards · Full DIY support · Managed Install (permit included).

Permit factor SaskatoonReginaMoose JawPrince Albert
Height threshold (above grade) >600 mm (24 in)>600 mm (2 ft)≥0.4 m (≈16 in)>600 mm (24 in)
Area threshold >2.25 m² (25 ft²)Any covered deck>10 m² (≈108 ft²)Roofed = always
Typical residential fee $59 (uncovered, 2026)$100 flatConstruction-value [VERIFY]Construction-value [VERIFY]
Apply online? Yes — ePermitYes — eBuildYes — citywideportal.comEmail + in-person
Drawings required Site / framing / elev.Site / dims / materialsSite / found. / framing / elev.Foundation / joists / beams / guards
Inspections (typical) Footing + framing + finalFooting + framing + finalFooting + framing + finalFooting + framing + final
Processing time (typical) ~10 business days5–15 business days5–10 business days [VERIFY]5–10 business days [VERIFY]
Development permit also required? Yes (setback)Yes (setback)Yes (combined application)Yes (zoning bylaw)
Also covers / region Martensville, Warman, Corman ParkCity of Regina onlyCity of Moose Jaw onlyCity of Prince Albert only
Read: Deck installation in Saskatoon vs. Regina — what changes the price
Permit fee estimator

Plug in your deck size, see the permit fee by city.

Width × length, or total square feet. Calculator multiplies sq ft by the typical fee-per-sq-ft band each Saskatchewan city uses — gives you a ballpark fee. For an exact number, contact your city's permit office or use our free advisory.

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Area priced
320sq ft

Fee bands derived from each city's published fee schedule (where public) or estimated from construction-value calculations on a typical residential deck. Saskatoon's flat $59 fee divided across a 320 sq ft deck = ~$0.18/sq ft; larger decks divide further. Regina's $100 flat similarly. Construction-value cities scale linearly with project size.

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In almost every Saskatchewan municipality: yes, if your deck is more than 600 mm (24 in) above grade, attached to a house, or covered/roofed. Saskatoon (and Martensville, Warman, RM of Corman Park) add a size threshold of 2.25 m² (25 sq ft). Regina requires a permit for all covered decks plus uncovered decks more than 600 mm high. Smaller SK cities (Moose Jaw, Prince Albert, Yorkton, etc.) generally use the same 600 mm height trigger. Saskatchewan adopted the 2020 National Building Code effective January 1, 2024 — local municipalities administer it. See city-by-city threshold table.

In Saskatoon (and Martensville, Warman, RM of Corman Park), a building permit is required for any deck more than 600 mm (24 inches) above grade, OR larger than 2.25 m² (25 sq ft) regardless of height. Decks below both thresholds are exempt from a building permit, but development permit (setback) rules still apply. The 600 mm trigger is the most common — most backyard decks attached to a house clear it easily. Source: City of Saskatoon — Decks.

Regina charges a flat $100 for a residential deck or sunroom permit (covered or uncovered). Sunrooms above the flat-fee threshold scale at $8 per $1,000 of project value, with a $100 minimum. Application is online via the City of Regina eBuild platform or in-person at City Hall, and must be signed by the legal property owner. Source: City of Regina — Deck, Sunroom & Fence.

In Saskatoon and Regina, target processing time for a straightforward residential deck permit is roughly 5–15 business days. Smaller Saskatchewan municipalities are often faster (3–7 business days) because permit volume is lower. Plan-review delays usually come from missing setback dimensions, unspecified footing sizes, or under-sized beam spans on the framing plan. Don't start construction until the permit is officially issued — even one day of work without a permit can trigger a stop-work order.

Three things happen, in escalating severity. (1) A neighbour complaint or passing inspector triggers a stop-work order. All work halts until the permit is filed retroactively (which usually costs more than the original fee). (2) Daily fines accrue under the city's bylaw schedule — typically $100–$500 per day [VERIFY against current municipal bylaw]. (3) The unpermitted deck flags on resale. Realtors and home-inspectors check permit history; an unpermitted deck either gets removed before sale or knocks tens of thousands off the asking price. Home insurance may also exclude injury or damage on unpermitted structures. The fee is $59–$200; pull the permit.

Most SK municipalities require: (1) a site plan showing deck location, dimensions, distance from property lines and house, (2) a framing plan showing joists, beams, post locations, footing sizes, (3) elevations showing height above grade and railing details. Drawings can be hand-drafted to scale; engineered stamps are required only for complex spans, helical piles in some municipalities, or attached covered decks. Saskatoon also typically asks for a current real-property report (or stamped survey). Moose Jaw additionally requires a foundation plan as a separate sheet.

Stop-work order issued by the city's bylaw or building department, daily fines until the permit is filed retroactively, and in some cases a city order to remove the structure. The deck also stays flagged on the property's permit history — visible to realtors, home-inspectors, and your home-insurance carrier. The cleanest path: pay the $59–$200 permit fee at the start, submit your drawings, and build clean. TUDS's free permit advisory walks you through it.

If the deck triggers a permit on its own (more than 600 mm above grade, attached to house, etc.), yes — and the framing plan must show the hot-tub point load. A typical 6-person hot tub adds 4,000+ lb when filled and occupied; standard residential deck framing isn't designed for that without specific point-load reinforcement. Most SK cities will require additional joist + beam sizing, footings under the tub location, and may ask for an engineered stamp. Even on a deck that wouldn't otherwise need a permit, the hot-tub itself often requires an electrical permit for the dedicated 240V circuit.

Stairs that are part of a deck triggering a permit are covered under that permit — you don't need a separate one. Stairs alone, attached to a structure that doesn't require a permit (e.g. a low landing under 600 mm), generally don't need a separate permit either. However, guard / handrail rules from the National Building Code still apply regardless of permit status: stairs with more than 4 risers (more than ~24 in vertical) need a graspable handrail; open sides need guards. Bigger stair systems with intermediate landings or returns may need their own dimensioned drawing.

Yes — two ways. (1) Free permit advisory: every Saskatchewan customer gets a one-on-one consult with one of our Escape Artists. We review your drawings, walk through your municipality's process, sanity-check your framing against span tables, and tell you exactly what the city wants. No charge, no obligation, no purchase required. (2) Permit-pull service: for a small admin fee, our team prepares the drawings, submits the application, and shepherds the permit through to issuance. Built into Managed Install at no extra charge. Full DIY customers get the free advisory; the pull service is optional.

Smaller Saskatchewan municipalities generally follow the same 600 mm height trigger and require a building permit for any deck above the threshold. Fees are typically lower than Saskatoon/Regina but vary: Yorkton charges $5 per $1,000 of construction value; Weyburn charges $7 per $1,000 (with a $100 minimum on Part 9 residential); Estevan and Humboldt calculate fees on construction value and require in-person or email submission. Processing is usually faster (3–7 business days) because permit volume is lower. See city-by-city table for thresholds and contacts.

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Walk in with your dimensions

Saskatoon, Regina, and across the prairies.

Two full yards. Free permit advisory at every consult. Walk in with your address and dimensions; walk out with a drawing-ready packet for the city portal.

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Regina

141 4th Avenue East, Regina SK

Walk in with your address and dimensions. Our Escape Artists will walk you through Regina's permit process — drawings, fees, eBuild submission — in 30 minutes. Free.

Mon–Fri 7am–5pm · Sat 9am–3pm

Store

Saskatoon

320 68th Street East, Saskatoon SK

Free Saskatoon-permit advisory at every consult. We'll review your drawings, prep your ePermit submission, and tell you exactly what the city wants. No purchase required.

Mon–Fri 7am–5pm · Sat 9am–3pm

Service area · Permit advisory
SaskatoonReginaMoose JawPrince AlbertYorktonNorth BattlefordEstevanWeyburnHumboldtSwift CurrentMelvilleTisdaleRosthernLumsdenWarmanMartensvilleCorman Park+ Most of SK, AB, MB
Free permit advisory for any Saskatchewan municipality. We don't charge for advisory and don't require purchase. Walk in or call.
Free permit help

Skip the city-portal headache. We'll walk you through it.

Free permit advisory at either Saskatchewan showroom — Saskatoon or Regina — for every customer, regardless of whether you buy your decking from us. We'll review your drawings, walk through your municipality's process, and tell you exactly what to submit. Or we'll pull the permit on your behalf for a small admin fee. Either way, you skip the city-portal back-and-forth.