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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Broward County
A building permit is required for all construction and alterations in unincorporated Broward County.
- Exempt Work performed under certain regulatory exemptions as defined in the Florida Building Code and Broward County provisions
- Exempt Confirm specific exemptions with Broward County Building Code Division before proceeding
Note: Even exempt work may require zoning review, environmental review, or other approvals. Verify all requirements with the county.
- Completed permit application
- Site plans
- Construction drawings
- Proof of ownership or authorization
- Proof of professional design (if required by scope)
- Structural calculations (if required)
- Building code
- Florida Building Code (FBC) 2023 8th Edition; Broward County Administrative Provisions
- Permit validity
- Permits expire if work is not commenced within 180 days of issuance or if no inspections occur within 365 days.
- Owner-builder
- Owner-builders must comply with Florida law and Broward County requirements.
- Contractor requirements
- Contractors must hold valid Florida construction licenses and meet Broward County registration requirements.
Application process
Typical processing: Variable; dependent on project scope and complexity. Check ePermits portal for status updates.
- 01 Submit permit application through Broward County ePermits or ePermitsOneStop portal.
- 02 County reviews application for completeness and code compliance.
- 03 Respond to any correction requests or plan-review comments.
- 04 Pay permit fees.
- 05 Schedule inspections through the ePermits system as work progresses.
- 06 Obtain final inspection approval and permit close-out.
Typical processing time: Variable; dependent on project scope and complexity. Check ePermits portal for status updates.
Fee schedule
Effective Varies by jurisdiction; check Broward County official fee schedule
Payment accepted through ePermits portal; credit card and electronic payment available
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ (effective Varies by jurisdiction; check Broward County official fee schedule) before budgeting.
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
- ePermits portal (online)
- Broward County Building Code Division (phone)
- Scheduling deadline
- Submit inspection requests through ePermits; standard response within 1-2 business days
- Inspection hours
- Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- Time windows
- Standard business hours; confirm specific inspection windows with county
Typical sequence: Typical sequence: footing/foundation, underfloor MEP, slab, shear/roof nailing, rough trades, frame, insulation, lath/sheetrock, finals (trades/utilities/energy), final building inspection
Remote inspections may be available for certain inspection types at county discretion
Frequently asked
Common questions about unincorporated Broward County permits
01 Do I need a building permit in unincorporated Broward County, FL? ▸
02 How much does a building permit cost in unincorporated Broward County, FL? ▸
03 How do I apply for a building permit in unincorporated Broward County, FL? ▸
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in unincorporated Broward County, FL? ▸
05 What work is exempt from building permits in unincorporated Broward County, FL? ▸
06 How do I schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Broward County, FL? ▸
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Broward County Building Code Division before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.