looks good. For that low of deck did it even need a permit? I believe around here (Denver, co) most cities don't bother unless it is high enough to need railings. Now you have the permit and proof it was signed off, so it is a definite +.
As for the high footing. Could you have taken a circ saw w/ diamond blade to it and chopped it down so you could rest the beam right on top? Messy job, but good for whoever didn't plan out the finished height of the piece.
As for the high footing. Could you have taken a circ saw w/ diamond blade to it and chopped it down so you could rest the beam right on top? Messy job, but good for whoever didn't plan out the finished height of the piece.