Florida permit requirements
Each county and city in Florida runs its own permit office with its own thresholds, fees, and portals. Use the links below to find the office and requirements for your project.
Building code in Florida
Florida Building Code, Residential. Based on the International Residential Code (IRC), with extensive Florida amendments including High Velocity Hurricane Zone provisions.
Administered by Florida Building Commission (Department of Business and Professional Regulation). Official source
South Florida counties apply additional High Velocity Hurricane Zone requirements.
Most local permit thresholds derive from this code. See our sources and standards.