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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Bonifay
A building permit is required for all construction within the City of Bonifay.
Note: Applicants should confirm both city compliance requirements and county permit requirements with Bonifay City Hall and Holmes County before treating work as exempt.
- City of Bonifay compliance letter
- Two sets of scaled plans
- Flood-zone elevation certificate when applicable
- Notarized landowner authorization when building on another person's property
- Notice of Commencement for construction valued over $2,500
- Building code
- Florida Building Code, 8th Edition (2023)
- Permit validity
- Permits expire if 180 days pass without an approved inspection. One-time extension available for up to 90 additional days.
- Owner-builder
- Owner-builders must comply with Florida Statutes 489.103 limits as noted in the Holmes County packet.
- Contractor requirements
- Contractors must be licensed and registered as required by Florida law.
Application process
Typical processing: Time varies based on project complexity and city-compliance review timeline. Inspections must be scheduled before 2:00 PM for next business day.
- 01 Confirm the parcel is inside Bonifay city limits.
- 02 Contact Bonifay City Hall at 850-547-4238 for the city compliance letter or any municipal zoning signoff required for the address.
- 03 Submit the applicable Holmes County permit packet and plans to the Holmes County Building Department.
- 04 Provide the city-compliance letter, Notice of Commencement if required (work valued over $2,500), and flood documentation if applicable.
- 05 Respond to county review comments, pay county permit fees and surcharges, and obtain permit issuance before starting work.
- 06 Schedule inspections through Holmes County Building Department.
Typical processing time: Time varies based on project complexity and city-compliance review timeline. Inspections must be scheduled before 2:00 PM for next business day.
Source: City of Bonifay / City Hall ↗
Fee schedule
Bonifay building permit fees
Contact Bonifay City Hall and Holmes County Building Department for current fee information.
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
- Holmes County: 850-547-1119 ext. 3 (phone)
- Holmes County: hcbd@holmescountyfl.org (email)
- Scheduling deadline
- Inspection requests must be received before 2:00 PM to be scheduled for the next business day.
- Inspection hours
- Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM CST
24-hour notice is required prior to each inspection.
Source: City of Bonifay / City Hall ↗
Frequently asked
Common questions about Bonifay permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Bonifay, FL? ▸
02 How much does a building permit cost in Bonifay, FL? ▸
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Bonifay, FL? ▸
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Bonifay, FL? ▸
05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Bonifay, FL? ▸
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with City of Bonifay / City Hall before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.