Anchor floor joists to ledger board and flush beams with joist hangers of appropriate size. Wood exposed to the weather or in contact with concrete shall be redwood, cedar, or approved treated material. Decks 30 inches or more above grade require a 36-inch minimum high guardrail. Handrails and frost footings shall be provided for all stairs having four or more risers. Handrails shall be graspable and placed not less than 34 inches or more than 38 inches above the nosing of treads.
Final inspection is to be done before deck is occupied.
Other inspections may be required by the Building Inspector to assure code compliance.