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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Flagler County
A permit is required before construction; the county publishes guidelines and recommends calling Central Permitting at 386-313-4003 before any construction to confirm requirements.
Note: The county publishes a Shed Policy 2026 document and general permit materials. Florida Building Code permit exemptions still need to be checked against zoning, floodplain, driveway, tree, and right-of-way rules.
- Permit application
- Owner-builder disclosure
- Notice of Commencement (where required by Florida law)
- Revision form
- Roof supplemental form
- Product approval application
- Trade or project-specific packets
- Project-specific affidavits as needed
- Building code
- 2023 Florida Building Code, 8th Edition, and 2020 National Electrical Code
- Owner-builder
- Florida owner-builder rules apply. The county publishes owner-builder disclosure forms in its document center.
- Contractor requirements
- The county monitors contractor licensing and insurance files for local and state compliance.
Source: Flagler County Growth & Building, Central Permitting / Building Department ↗
Application process
Typical processing: Varies by project complexity and review requirements.
- 01 Confirm the property is in unincorporated Flagler County and not in Palm Coast, Bunnell, or Flagler Beach city limits.
- 02 Review the county permit packet or project-specific contractor packet and gather plans, contractor information, and supporting documents.
- 03 Submit through the CD-Plus online portal or Central Permitting intake.
- 04 Record a Notice of Commencement when Florida law requires it.
- 05 Respond to review comments and outside-agency requirements if applicable.
- 06 Pay fees and obtain permit issuance before starting work.
- 07 Schedule inspections through the county system and obtain final approval.
Typical processing time: Varies by project complexity and review requirements.
Source: Flagler County Growth & Building, Central Permitting / Building Department ↗
Fee schedule
Flagler County building permit fees
The county Building Department fee schedule is available on the Building and Inspections page. Applicants should confirm current charges with Central Permitting.
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
- CD-Plus portal (online)
- 386-313-4003 (phone)
Typical sequence: The county Building Department page links directly to online inspection scheduling. Central Permitting also publishes portal guidance for managing inspections.
Source: Flagler County Growth & Building, Central Permitting / Building Department ↗
Frequently asked
Common questions about unincorporated Flagler County permits
01 Do I need a building permit in unincorporated Flagler County, FL? ▸
02 How much does a building permit cost in unincorporated Flagler County, FL? ▸
03 How do I apply for a building permit in unincorporated Flagler County, FL? ▸
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in unincorporated Flagler County, FL? ▸
05 How do I schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Flagler County, FL? ▸
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Flagler County Growth & Building, Central Permitting / Building Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.