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Decks, fences and sheds in Woodstock
New decks and rebuilds, privacy and pool fences, sheds, pergolas and gazebos in Woodstock, Oxford County. Tell us about your project and we'll pass your request to an independent contractor near you who covers Woodstock.
- Free to use. You only pay for the work itself.
- Contractors familiar with City of Woodstock permits and by-laws.
- We only share your details with the company that takes your job.
Backyard projects in Woodstock
Woodstock's newer subdivisions, especially on the north and east sides of the city, are full of homes with a walkout or raised patio door and nothing below it. A raised deck with stairs to the yard is one of the most common first projects for new owners, and those decks usually need a building permit from the City because of their height.
In older neighbourhoods near downtown, the jobs are more often replacing a tired deck from the 1980s or 1990s, putting up a privacy fence on a narrow lot, and adding a shed to houses with a single garage or none at all. Lots are tight, so setbacks from the property line matter.
Permits in Woodstock
Building permits in Woodstock are issued by the City of Woodstock. A deck more than about 24 inches off the ground, a shed over 15 square metres and a roofed structure usually need one. Fences usually don't, but they must follow the fence by-law, and pool fences have their own rules. Read more in our permit guide.
Questions
Do I need a permit for a deck in Woodstock?
Usually, if any part of it is more than about 24 inches (600 mm) off the ground, and sometimes if it's attached to the house. Permits come from the City of Woodstock. The contractor can tell you what your project needs and usually handles the application.
Is there a deck builder near me in Woodstock?
Yes. We pass your request to an independent contractor who covers Woodstock and the surrounding area, including rural properties.
Can I get a fence installed in Woodstock?
Yes. Privacy, decorative and pool fences, plus gates. The contractor will check the City of Woodstock's fence height rules for your lot. See fence installation.
Do I need a permit for a shed?
Usually not if it's 15 square metres (about 160 square feet) or smaller with no plumbing, but it still has to meet zoning setbacks. See sheds.
How much will my project cost?
It depends on size, height, materials and the site. A contractor needs to see your yard. Our deck cost guide explains what changes the price.
What you can build in Woodstock
Decks
New decks, rebuilds and repairs: pressure-treated, cedar or composite, ground-level to second-storey, with railings and stairs.
Learn moreFences
Privacy fences, picket and decorative fences, pool enclosures and gates, in wood, vinyl, aluminum or chain link.
Learn moreSheds
Custom-built sheds and backyard storage buildings on a proper base, sized for the mower, the bikes or a workshop.
Learn morePergolas, gazebos & covered areas
Shade and shelter for the deck or patio: wood or aluminum pergolas, gazebos, roofed patios and privacy screens.
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