City Building Permits

Town of Indian River Shores, FL - 2026 Building Permit Guide

How to apply for a building permit in Town of Indian River Shores, Florida. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Florida Indian River County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Indian River Shores operates its own building department and contractor portal for permitting, licensing, and permit/property search functions within town limits.

Department
Town of Indian River Shores Building Department
Address
6001 Highway A1A, Indian River Shores, FL 32963
Phone
772-231-4453
Website
https://www.irshores.com/building.html

Application Process

  1. Confirm the parcel is in Indian River Shores town limits.
  2. Review the town's forms and applications, including the submittal checklist, permit application, and project-specific packages.
  3. Submit the permit application, construction plans, and required supporting materials to the town's building department and portal process.
  4. Pay the total permit fee at the time of application, as required by the town's fee schedule.
  5. If the project is in a Special Flood Hazard Area, complete the town's floodplain review process and provide any required flood documents.
  6. Schedule required inspections and obtain final approval.

Typical processing time: Processing times vary by project complexity. Town contractor portal and town intake accepted.

Source: Town of Indian River Shores Building Department

General Requirements

Any new structure or improvement to a structure, including additions, alterations, and reroofs, must have a building permit before construction starts.

Required Documents

  • Permit application
  • Construction plans
  • Project valuation
  • Submittal checklist
  • Roofing package where applicable
  • Floodplain documentation where required
  • Tree and land clearing permit materials where applicable
Permit validity
Permit applications expire after 180 days from application and permits expire after 180 days of inactivity.
Building code
2023 8th Edition Florida Building Codes effective December 31, 2023, along with the 2024 supplement and town amendments.
Owner-builder
Florida owner-builder rules apply through the town building department.
Contractor requirements
State certified contractors required; Florida contractor licensing rules apply.

Fees

Minimum permit fee
$100
Plan check fee
25 percent of the building permit fee
Permit fee formula
Valuation-based permit fees with a $100 minimum
Reinspection fee
$75
Penalty (no permit)
Doubling of fees if work starts before permit issuance
Payment note
Total permit fee must be paid at the time of application. Plans must be submitted with the application. Administrative fee of $50 for lien search requests.

Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule (effective 2024).

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Town of Indian River Shores Building Department to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

Typical inspection sequence: The town publishes required inspections and required pool inspections forms, and its forms page provides project-specific inspection resources.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Town of Indian River Shores Building Department before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Town of Indian River Shores Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Town of Indian River Shores, FL?
Any new structure or improvement to a structure, including additions, alterations, and reroofs, must have a building permit before construction starts.
How much does a building permit cost in Town of Indian River Shores, FL?
The minimum permit fee is $100. Fees are calculated as: Valuation-based permit fees with a $100 minimum. Plan check fee: 25 percent of the building permit fee.
How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Indian River Shores, FL?
1. Confirm the parcel is in Indian River Shores town limits. 2. Review the town's forms and applications, including the submittal checklist, permit application, and project-specific packages. 3. Submit the permit application, construction plans, and required supporting materials to the town's building department and portal process. 4. Pay the total permit fee at the time of application, as required by the town's fee schedule. 5. If the project is in a Special Flood Hazard Area, complete the town's floodplain review process and provide any required flood documents. 6. Schedule required inspections and obtain final approval.
How long does it take to get a building permit in Town of Indian River Shores, FL?
Typical processing time is Processing times vary by project complexity. Town contractor portal and town intake accepted..
How do I schedule a building inspection in Town of Indian River Shores, FL?
Inspections can be scheduled via: Town contractor portal, inspections@irshores.com.

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