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City building permits

City of Sunrise

How to apply for a building permit in City of Sunrise, Florida. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Avg processing
Varies; check with city
Min. permit fee
Variable
Last verified
April 2026
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§ 01

Permit authority

Building Division

Street address
10770 W. Oakland Park Boulevard, Sunrise, FL 33351
Coverage
All properties within the incorporated City of Sunrise.
Online portal
City Building Permitting Online Services
City Permit System
§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Sunrise

A building permit is required for all construction and alterations in Sunrise.

Note: Confirm exemptions with city Building Division

Required documents
  • Completed permit application
  • Construction plans and site plans
  • Structural calculations (if required)
  • Professional design certification (if required)
Building code
Florida Building Code (FBC); Broward County Administrative Provisions
Permit validity
Check city code for expiration rules
Owner-builder
Owner-builders must comply with city requirements
Contractor requirements
Contractors must hold valid Florida construction licenses.

Source: Building Division ↗

§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: Varies; check with city

  1. 01
    Contact Building Division or use city website for permit guidance and office hours.
  2. 02
    Prepare construction plans and site documentation.
  3. 03
    Submit permit application through city intake with online support.
  4. 04
    City reviews for completeness and code compliance.
  5. 05
    Respond to plan-review comments if needed.
  6. 06
    Pay permit fees.
  7. 07
    Schedule inspections and manage permits.
  8. 08
    Obtain final approval and permit close-out.

Typical processing time: Varies; check with city

Source: Building Division ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Effective Check city website for current schedule

Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
Variable
02
Plan check fee
Percentage of building permit fee
03
Permit fee formula
Based on construction valuation
04
Reinspection fee
Applied if required

Payment through city building channels

Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ (effective Check city website for current schedule) before budgeting.

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule
  • Building Division (phone)
  • permits@sunrisefl.gov or askbuilding@sunrisefl.gov (email)
Scheduling deadline
Contact city building channels
Inspection hours
Monday-Friday, standard business hours. Professional-day access to plan examiners available.
Time windows
Confirm with city

Typical sequence: Standard Florida Building Code inspection sequence

Confirm with city if available

Source: Building Division ↗

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Sunrise permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Sunrise, FL?
A building permit is required for all construction and alterations in Sunrise.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Sunrise, FL?
Building permit fees in Sunrise, FL are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is Variable. Fees are calculated as: Based on construction valuation. Plan check fee: Percentage of building permit fee.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Sunrise, FL?
To apply for a building permit in Sunrise, FL, follow these steps: 1. Contact Building Division or use city website for permit guidance and office hours. 2. Prepare construction plans and site documentation. 3. Submit permit application through city intake with online support. 4. City reviews for completeness and code compliance. 5. Respond to plan-review comments if needed. 6. Pay permit fees. 7. Schedule inspections and manage permits. 8. Obtain final approval and permit close-out.
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Sunrise, FL?
Building permit processing times in Sunrise, FL typically run Varies; check with city. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Sunrise, FL?
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Sunrise, FL via: Building Division, permits@sunrisefl.gov or askbuilding@sunrisefl.gov. Contact city building channels.
last verified April 2026 source Building Division ↗ entry id permits/florida/broward/sunrise

Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Building Division before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.