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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Carrabelle
Building permits are required for new construction, substantial improvements, and less-than-substantial work.
Required documents
- Application
- Supplemental application
- Boundary survey for non-flood zones
- Topographical survey
- Site plan
- Septic tank permit
- Energy code form
- 3 complete sets of building plans
- Wind load analysis
- Engineered documents
- Owner-builder affidavit
- Termite affidavit
- Recorded Notice of Commencement
- State permits such as DEP, Corps of Engineers, and FDOT permits
- P&Z approval notice
- BCC approval notice
- Parking plan for applicable projects
- Floodproofing certification if applicable
- Building code
- Florida Building Code
- Permit validity
- Permit is valid for one year; construction must commence within six months.
- Owner-builder
- Owner-builders must provide an affidavit.
- Contractor requirements
- Contractors must be properly licensed and provide appropriate documentation.
§ 03
Application process
Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final
- 01 Confirm the parcel is inside the City of Carrabelle.
- 02 Use the city's iWorQ portal or the city development application form, depending on project type.
- 03 Prepare the city application package including parcel information, zoning district, contract cost, heated and unheated square footage, roof material, foundation type, and flood-zone information.
- 04 Submit supporting documents listed on the city checklist: site plan, surveys, building plans, septic information, energy code form, wind load analysis, engineered documents where applicable, and flood-zone forms.
- 05 Wait for permit issuance. Permits are valid for one year and construction must commence within six months.
- 06 Use the city's portal search and inspection functions or city hall contacts to coordinate inspections.
Source: Building Department ↗
§ 04
Fee schedule
Effective Resolution 02-2020
Fee type
Amount
01
Permit fee formula
New residential and commercial construction based on valuation under ICC's current valuation data table, with regional modifier calculated annually.
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ (effective Resolution 02-2020) before budgeting.
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- iWorQ Portal - Search existing permit or request inspection (online)
- 850-697-3618 (phone)
Source: Building Department ↗
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Carrabelle permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Carrabelle, FL? ▸
Building permits are required for new construction, substantial improvements, and less-than-substantial work.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Carrabelle, FL? ▸
Building permit fees in Carrabelle, FL are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. Fees are calculated as: New residential and commercial construction based on valuation under ICC's current valuation data table, with regional modifier calculated annually..
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Carrabelle, FL? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Carrabelle, FL, follow these steps: 1. Confirm the parcel is inside the City of Carrabelle. 2. Use the city's iWorQ portal or the city development application form, depending on project type. 3. Prepare the city application package including parcel information, zoning district, contract cost, heated and unheated square footage, roof material, foundation type, and flood-zone information. 4. Submit supporting documents listed on the city checklist: site plan, surveys, building plans, septic information, energy code form, wind load analysis, engineered documents where applicable, and flood-zone forms. 5. Wait for permit issuance. Permits are valid for one year and construction must commence within six months. 6. Use the city's portal search and inspection functions or city hall contacts to coordinate inspections.
04 How do I schedule a building inspection in Carrabelle, FL? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Carrabelle, FL via: iWorQ Portal - Search existing permit or request inspection, 850-697-3618.
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Building Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.