If you intend to build a building in Florida, you will need a permit.Your local government can make sure that your building project complies with the minimum standards set by the Florida Building Code if you have a building permit.Depending on the type of work you intend to carry out, there are several types of building permit in Florida.A general building permit is usually required for a new structure or renovation of an existing one.Before you start construction, you need a permit and procedures.Fines may be imposed by the local government for not adhering to procedures.
Step 1: Download the permit application.
These can be downloaded from the official website of the city in which the property is located.If the property is located in one of the cities listed above, you can access the application on the official government website.
Step 2: You need to fill out the application.
The address of the property is included in the application information.You can find the folio number on your property tax statement.
Step 3: You can select the permit type.
You should check the box for the type of permit you are requesting.This is dependent on the type of project you are carrying out.A building permit is required for new structures.Building electrical mechanical plumbing roofing phased permit demolition generator special event fire elevator are possible permit types.
Step 4: You can choose the type of permit request.
You should check the box for the request you are making.The options include: New Permit Change of Contractor, Architect/Engineer Permit Extension, Permit Revision, and Private Provider City Project.
Step 5: The property type should be given.
There is a box to check for the type of property being built or renovated.Commercial multi- family residential is one of the options.
Step 6: The value of the work and square footage is stated.
The form asks for the square footage and dollar value of the property that is being worked on.The total value of the work and component parts must be stated in the dollar value.
Step 7: A description is needed for the work.
A description of the work is required on the form.Provide a brief description of the work that you are going to do.If the form is a fillable PDF, you can fill it out online in order to save space and make the description easier to read.
Step 8: The names of the responsible parties should be provided.
The names, addresses, and phone numbers of the parties responsible for the project are listed on the form.Property owner contractor architect structural engineer
Step 9: You have to sign the forms.
The form requires signatures from the owner or lessee, if the lessee is carrying out work, in the form of an affidavit that has to be signed by a public official.
Step 10: You can visit the building department.
The application must be filled out and paid for upfront.You can submit the forms at the building department.The building department is located at the 2nd floor of the convention center in Miami Beach.The building department is located in the 1st floor of the City Hall.The building department is located at 1400 North Boulevard in the city of Tampa.The Building Inspection Division of the City of Jacksonville is located at 214 North Hogan Street.Check the official government website of your city if the property is located there.
Step 11: The forms should be submitted with plans.
The filled out and signed application should be submitted to the building department at the permit counter.
Step 12: If you pay the upfront fee, you will get the processing number.
If you haven't paid the upfront fee online at the time of application, you will have to pay a percentage of the permit fee.The upfront fee is 20% in Miami Beach.You should keep the processing number for future reference.
Step 13: The plan review should be done by the City.
The city will conduct a plan review after you submit your application and upfront fees.Depending on the city, the waiting period can be different.Residential and commercial projects can be reviewed for 30 and 60 days in Miami Beach.Check to see if your city is covered.You can contact the building department of your city to get status updates.For an update, you will need to provide your processing number, which was obtained at the time of submitting your application.
Step 14: If necessary, fix problems with plans.
If there are problems with your plans, your application may be delayed.The plans may be resubmitted if the deficiencies are fixed.If necessary, address the deficiencies in the plans.
Step 15: It is possible that your plan will have to go through a number of reviews.
Your plans may have to go through a number of different reviews depending on the nature of your building project.The review types include: Building/Accessibility, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Flood Plain Compliance, Elevator, Planning & Zoning, Public Works, and Fire Prevention.
Step 16: Know what external agencies do.
It is possible that your plans will have to be reviewed by a number of external agencies.Environmental Resource Management is one of the external agencies.
Step 17: There are consequences of plan rejection.
If your plans are rejected three times, the owner, design team and reviewers will have to meet with the Building Official before any further reviews are allowed.
Step 18: There is a building in the city where the property is located.
Once the plan review is complete, you will be able to visit the building department in your city to collect your building permit.If the property is located in Florida, the building department address is: Permitting Services, City Hall - 1st floor, 400 South Orange Avenue.The building department is located at 1400 North Boulevard in Tampa.The Building Inspection Division of the City of Jacksonville is located at 214 North Hogan Street.If the property is located in a city that isn't one of the listed cities, you should check the official government website.
Step 19: Pay the final fee.
You have to pay the rest of the fee at the time of collecting your permit.The permit will not be issued if the balance is not paid in full.
Step 20: The permit is needed to collect it.
The official at the permit counter will issue your building permit once your remaining balance is paid in full.Keep this permit out of harms way.