Fanning Springs, FL — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

City of Fanning Springs Building Department

Street address

17651 NW 90th Court, Fanning Springs, FL 32693

Phone

352-463-2855

building@fanningsprings.org

Coverage

All properties within the incorporated City of Fanning Springs (Gilchrist County portion only; city also extends into Levy County).

Online portal

Fanning Springs Building Department

City forms via Municode

Additional resources

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Fanning Springs

A building permit is required for construction within the City of Fanning Springs.

Required documents

Completed building permit application
Construction plans
Site plan

Building code: Florida Building Code (statewide)
Contractor requirements: Contractors must comply with the Florida Building Code and city building code requirements.

§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: Processing time varies by project type; contact the building official for estimates.

01

Confirm the parcel is inside Fanning Springs city limits, including whether it is in the Gilchrist County side of the city.
02

Contact the city building official at 352-463-2855 or 352-440-2034.
03

Obtain and complete the city building department forms.
04

Submit the application package with plans and any required outside-agency approvals.
05

Pay city permit and review fees.
06

Complete city inspections and obtain final approval.

Typical processing time: Processing time varies by project type; contact the building official for estimates.

Source: City of Fanning Springs Building Department ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Fanning Springs building permit fees

Fee type

Amount

Minimum permit fee

$95

Plan check fee

Residential plan review: $150 per review; Commercial plan review: $200 per review; Minor structure plan review: $50 per review

Permit fee formula

New construction: $0.15 per square foot plus review ($150 minimum); Remodeling: $0.10 per square foot ($100 minimum)

Trade permit fee

HVAC: $95 per system; Plumbing: $95 per bath group; Electric: $95 per 200 amps; Pools: $200; Reroof residential: $125; Reroof commercial: $6 per 100 square feet; Demolition: $100; 911 sign: $20

Reinspection fee

$65 per reinspection

Plan copy: $1 per sheet

Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

352-463-2855 (phone)
352-440-2034 (Building Official Mobile) (phone)

Inspection hours: Contact the building official for available inspection hours.

Typical sequence: The city building department conducts building inspections within city boundaries. Schedule inspections directly with the city building official.

Source: City of Fanning Springs Building Department ↗

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Fanning Springs permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Fanning Springs, FL? ▸

A building permit is required for construction within the City of Fanning Springs.

02 How much does a building permit cost in Fanning Springs, FL? ▸

Building permit fees in Fanning Springs, FL are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is $95. Fees are calculated as: New construction: $0.15 per square foot plus review ($150 minimum); Remodeling: $0.10 per square foot ($100 minimum). Plan check fee: Residential plan review: $150 per review; Commercial plan review: $200 per review; Minor structure plan review: $50 per review.

03 How do I apply for a building permit in Fanning Springs, FL? ▸

To apply for a building permit in Fanning Springs, FL, follow these steps: 1. Confirm the parcel is inside Fanning Springs city limits, including whether it is in the Gilchrist County side of the city. 2. Contact the city building official at 352-463-2855 or 352-440-2034. 3. Obtain and complete the city building department forms. 4. Submit the application package with plans and any required outside-agency approvals. 5. Pay city permit and review fees. 6. Complete city inspections and obtain final approval.

04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Fanning Springs, FL? ▸

Building permit processing times in Fanning Springs, FL typically run Processing time varies by project type; contact the building official for estimates.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.

05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Fanning Springs, FL? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Fanning Springs, FL via: 352-463-2855, 352-440-2034 (Building Official Mobile).

last verified April 2026 source City of Fanning Springs Building Department ↗ entry id permits/florida/gilchrist/fanning-springs

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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with City of Fanning Springs Building Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

City of Fanning Springs

Other jurisdictions in Gilchrist County.