Some homeowner associations are ignoring, at great risk, a state code sparked by the deaths of six people in Berkeley.

You’ve decided to build a new deck for your home, but you’re unsure where to start. A deck can add a great space for entertaining to your backyard, so picking the right design is key. Whether you have ...

New California law, under Civil Code Section 5551, required a visual inspection of “exterior elevated elements” by Jan. 1, ...

In general, a floating deck doesn't rise more than 30 inches off the ground. Any higher, and most local building codes require handrails and a building permit. Choose the type of footing from among ...