Evendale is a small, affluent village in Hamilton County — about 2,650 residents across five square miles north of Blue Ash along I-75. GE Aerospace’s world headquarters sits within the village, employing 8,500+ people and swelling the daytime population past 22,000. The residential side features established single-family homes on generous lots with no residential property tax.
If you’re adding a deck, you’ll work directly with the Village of Evendale Building Department. Evendale handles its own permits, plan reviews, and zoning as an incorporated village.
Building Department Contact Information
| Detail | Information |
| Department | Village of Evendale Building Department |
| Address | 10500 Reading Road, Evendale, OH 45241 |
| Contact | Mark Elma |
| Phone | (513) 956-2665 |
| building@evendaleohio.org | |
| Village main line | (513) 563-2244 |
| Office hours | Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
Do You Need a Permit?
Yes. Evendale requires a building permit for new construction, additions, and alterations — including decks. You’ll need a permit and construction plans.
How to Apply for a Deck Permit
- Contact the Building Department — Call (513) 956-2665 or email building@evendaleohio.org to discuss your project.
- Prepare your application and plans — Download the Building Permit Application from evendaleohio.org.
- Submit your plans — Digital plans via USB stick or email (single PDF). Large files can be discussed with the department.
- Contractor registration — Contractors must complete the Evendale tax department registration forms.
- Plan review — Department reviews for compliance with Village Building Code and Residential Code of Ohio.
- Receive your permit — Construction cannot begin until the permit is issued.
What Your Plans Should Include
- Site plan with lot boundaries, home footprint, deck location, and distances from all property lines
- Deck dimensions — length, width, height above grade
- Footing locations, diameters, depths (32 inches minimum for frost line)
- Framing plan with joist sizes, spacing, beam sizes, post locations
- Ledger board connection details — bolt type, spacing, flashing method
- Guardrail details — required when deck is 30+ inches above grade; min. 36-inch height
- Stair dimensions — tread depth, riser height, handrail details
- Material specifications for decking, framing, and fasteners
Zoning and Setback Requirements
Evendale has multiple residential districts (R-1A, R-1B, R-1C, R-1D, R-2, R-3) with different dimensional standards. Key considerations:
- Setbacks — Must comply with front, side, and rear yard setbacks for your district. Contact Building Department for specifics.
- Lot coverage — Total impervious surface must stay within district limits.
- Accessory structure rules — R-1A/R-1B: 3-foot minimum from side and rear lines. R-2/R-3: 10-foot minimum.
- Variances — Apply through the village Board of Appeals if your project doesn’t meet requirements.
Inspection Process
| Stage | What’s Reviewed | How to Schedule |
| Footing | Depth, diameter, soil, reinforcement — before concrete is poured | Call (513) 956-2665 or email |
| Framing | Ledger, joist/beam connections, post hardware, guardrail framing | Call or email to schedule |
| Final | All work complete — surface, guardrails, stairs, electrical | Call or email to schedule |
Tips for Evendale Homeowners
- Start with the Building Department — A quick call or email clarifies setbacks, lot coverage, and district-specific rules.
- Use digital submittals — Evendale accepts email or USB — combine into a single PDF.
- Make sure your contractor registers — Village tax department registration is required before work begins.
- Check your HOA covenants — Some subdivisions have CC&Rs governing exterior modifications.
- Know your zoning district — R-1A vs R-2 setback differences matter for deck placement.
- Take advantage of lot sizes — Evendale lots are often larger than nearby suburbs, allowing more flexible deck designs.
Ready to Build Your Evendale Deck?
If you’re planning a deck or patio in Evendale, Deck Builders Cincinnati handles design, permitting, and construction. Call (513) 586-3107 or visit deckcontractorscincinnati.com to get started.