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The Florida Building Code requires that a permit be obtained prior to construction of any building, structure or work that alters the use or occupancy of a building. This includes but is not limited to demolition, new construction, additions, alterations, remodeling, repairs, replacements and renovations. It also applies to any work that increases the structural capacity or alters a fire separation or means of egress. The requirements of the Florida Building Code are enforced by local governments and municipalities that have adopted the Code and by the local code enforcement staff. Before you can obtain a florida building permit, you must submit all of the required supporting documents. These documents can vary depending on the type of project you are planning. A complete list of required supporting documents can be found here. There are also checklists that can help you determine what is required for your specific project. Once the plan review staff has reviewed your application, they will either approve or deny your permit. If the permit is approved, you will receive a permit approval letter via email or fax that will include any issues identified by the plan review staff. If arizona permit expediters is denied, you will be notified in writing via a plan review comment letter of the reasons why your application was denied. The final step is to pay the remaining permit fee. Once the remaining balance is paid, you will be issued your Building Permit. Keep this permit in a safe place and reference it during your construction. You may also be required to have certain inspections during construction. These inspections are required to ensure that your work is in compliance with the Florida Building Code. If you need a copy of your Certificate of Occupancy or any other certificate related to your permit, you can access the document in eConnect by clicking on the record number of your permit. Once the certificate is displayed, you can save it to your computer or print it. Due to the impact of Hurricane Irma, we have temporarily modified our permit process and inspection procedures. Please see our FAQ page for further information regarding these changes. Generally speaking, all residential construction must be done by a licensed contractor. However, there are some exceptions to this rule. In most cases, you will need to contact your design professional for further details. A permit is required to build, enlarge, alter, remodel, move or demolish any building or structure or to install any impact resistant coverings, electrical, gas, plumbing or mechanical systems. A permit is also required to construct, enlarge or change the use of a structure and/or any work that increases the capacity of the existing building. To find out more about what does and does not require a permit, visit What Doesn’t Require a Permit. The Florida Building Code requires that the person or company requesting a florida building permit has proof of ownership of the property where the construction will be performed. This can be a tax receipt, utility bill, or some other form of proof. The owner must sign the permit application along with their contractor or design professional of record.

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