City Building Permits

Williston, FL - 2026 Building Permit Guide

How to apply for a building permit in Williston, Florida. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Florida Levy County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Williston runs its own city permitting process. The city states permitting services are facilitated through SafeBuilt.

Department
City of Williston Community Development Department / Permitting
Address
50 NW Main Street, Williston, FL 32696
Phone
352-528-3060
Website
https://www.willistonfl.org/community-development-department/page/permitting

Online Permit Portal

Open Edmunds GovTech Online Permit Portal

Platform: Edmunds GovTech • Account required: Yes • Submission: Online only

Additional resources:

Application Process

  1. Confirm the property is inside Williston city limits.
  2. Register through the city's online portal if using the online workflow.
  3. Submit the permit request and attach the permit application and supporting documentation, or email permit materials in PDF format as instructed by the city.
  4. Provide full permit packets, including insurance and license materials for all contractors and subcontractors.
  5. Submit paper plans in person when plan review requires two copies.
  6. Pay fees before final inspection.
  7. Request inspections by email and obtain final approval.

Source: City of Williston Community Development Department / Permitting

General Requirements

The city advertises permitting for new homes, additions, sheds, carports, utility-related work, and other construction regulated by the FBC.

Required Documents

  • Permit application
  • Permit packet/checklist
  • Contractor liability insurance
  • Workers' compensation insurance or exemption
  • State license
  • Project-specific supporting documents
Building code
2023 Florida Building Code, 8th Edition
Contractor requirements
All contractors and subcontractors must submit a complete permit packet including insurance and state license documentation.

Fees

Minimum permit fee
$125 for residential; $156 for commercial
Permit fee formula
Residential building permits 1.25% of cost of construction with $125 minimum; commercial building permits 1.5% with $156 minimum
Reinspection fee
$83
Payment note
Florida state building surcharges and some utility/capacity fees may apply in addition to listed permit fees.

Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

  • Fence repair/maintenance that keeps the same height and location
  • Lawn irrigation repair/maintenance that keeps sprinklers in the same location

Important: Other exemptions should be confirmed against the FBC and city staff.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • permits@willistonfl.org (email)
Scheduling deadline
Requests must be submitted before 3:00 p.m. the prior business day.

Typical inspection sequence: The city schedules inspections on Mondays and Wednesdays only. Reinspection fees apply if work fails inspection.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the City of Williston Community Development Department / Permitting before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Williston Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Williston, FL?
The city advertises permitting for new homes, additions, sheds, carports, utility-related work, and other construction regulated by the FBC.
How much does a building permit cost in Williston, FL?
The minimum permit fee is $125 for residential; $156 for commercial. Fees are calculated as: Residential building permits 1.25% of cost of construction with $125 minimum; commercial building permits 1.5% with $156 minimum.
How do I apply for a building permit in Williston, FL?
1. Confirm the property is inside Williston city limits. 2. Register through the city's online portal if using the online workflow. 3. Submit the permit request and attach the permit application and supporting documentation, or email permit materials in PDF format as instructed by the city. 4. Provide full permit packets, including insurance and license materials for all contractors and subcontractors. 5. Submit paper plans in person when plan review requires two copies. 6. Pay fees before final inspection. 7. Request inspections by email and obtain final approval.
What work is exempt from building permits in Williston, FL?
The following work is generally exempt: Fence repair/maintenance that keeps the same height and location; Lawn irrigation repair/maintenance that keeps sprinklers in the same location. Note: Other exemptions should be confirmed against the FBC and city staff.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Williston, FL?
Inspections can be scheduled via: permits@willistonfl.org. Requests must be submitted before 3:00 p.m. the prior business day..

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