I'm interested in building a deck off of my kitchen and the city of Malden (state of MA) said that the "setback area" is 20 (I assume feet) from the rear and 10 from the side. Does this mean that my deck can't begin for 10' from my side property line?
Thanks!
2007-03-28 14:26:52 · 3 answers · asked by Chelle 2 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
The setbacks are in place to prevent permanent structures from being built within a certain distance from the property lines. Having said that, you may be able to build a deck since it is a low structure and would not visually impact the neighbours. I am assuming it would be at the ground floor level. Ask the local building department if the setback provisions apply to decks.
2007-03-28 14:49:38 · answer #1 · answered by frozen 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You got it. It sets the distance from a property line to which you or next door can build to
2007-03-28 22:17:53 · answer #2 · answered by Bearcat 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes 20 ft. from the rear of your property & 10ft. from the side
you might be abel to an esment but i doubt it you can ask
how well do you get along with you neigbors they would have to ok thats how it is were ilive
2007-03-28 21:39:07 · answer #3 · answered by rvblatz 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋