City Building Permits

Village of Islamorada, FL - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Florida Monroe County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Islamorada runs its own building services department, floodplain review, contractor registration, and BPAS system.

Department
Building Services, Islamorada Village of Islands
Address
Administrative Center and Public Safety Headquarters, 86800 Overseas Highway, Islamorada, FL 33036
Phone
(305) 664-6400
Website
https://www.islamorada.fl.us/157/Building-Services

Online Permit Portal

Open CityView Portal

Platform: CityView • Account required: Yes • Submission: Online only

Application Process

  1. Confirm the property is within Islamorada village limits.
  2. If filing as a contractor, register the business in CityView and complete village contractor registration.
  3. Submit the permit application electronically through CityView.
  4. If applicable, upload the recorded Notice of Commencement to the permit record after permit issuance and before the first inspection.
  5. Pay fees by mail, in person, or online through the portal once due.
  6. Schedule inspections through CityView and complete permit closeout.

Source: Building Services, Islamorada Village of Islands

General Requirements

A building permit is required for most construction work. Permit-required examples: all life-safety work, all structural work, all floodplain-related work, demolition, excavation, fill, fences, land clearing, new electrical, new mechanical, new plumbing, roofing/re-roofing over one roofing square, signs, storage sheds, and tie-down of habitable structures.

Building code
Florida Building Code with local codes and ordinances. Islamorada enforces local and state codes.
Contractor requirements
State-certified and registered contractors with valid Monroe County certificates of competency must register with the village before working in Islamorada.

Fees

Payment note
Payment methods: mail, in-person, or online through CityView. Applicants should use the posted fee resolution and CityView for current fee amounts.

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

  • Normal maintenance not changing size/capacity/characteristics
  • Small satellite dishes
  • Limited invasive-vegetation removal
  • Carpeting/tiling in residences
  • Painting of residential and commercial buildings without signage
  • Reroofing under one roofing square

Inspections

How to Schedule

Scheduling deadline
Requests submitted before 7:00 a.m. are performed the same business day. Requests submitted after 7:00 a.m. are performed the next business day.

Typical inspection sequence: All inspections must be requested through CityView. Registration is required before inspection requests can be made. For improvements over $5,000, except specified HVAC replacement thresholds, a recorded NOC must be provided before the first inspection or the inspection request will be cancelled.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Building Services, Islamorada Village of Islands before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Village of Islamorada Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Village of Islamorada, FL?
A building permit is required for most construction work. Permit-required examples: all life-safety work, all structural work, all floodplain-related work, demolition, excavation, fill, fences, land clearing, new electrical, new mechanical, new plumbing, roofing/re-roofing over one roofing square, signs, storage sheds, and tie-down of habitable structures.
How do I apply for a building permit in Village of Islamorada, FL?
1. Confirm the property is within Islamorada village limits. 2. If filing as a contractor, register the business in CityView and complete village contractor registration. 3. Submit the permit application electronically through CityView. 4. If applicable, upload the recorded Notice of Commencement to the permit record after permit issuance and before the first inspection. 5. Pay fees by mail, in person, or online through the portal once due. 6. Schedule inspections through CityView and complete permit closeout.
What work is exempt from building permits in Village of Islamorada, FL?
The following work is generally exempt: Normal maintenance not changing size/capacity/characteristics; Small satellite dishes; Limited invasive-vegetation removal; Carpeting/tiling in residences; Painting of residential and commercial buildings without signage; Reroofing under one roofing square.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Village of Islamorada, FL?
Inspections can be scheduled via: CityView Portal. Requests submitted before 7:00 a.m. are performed the same business day. Requests submitted after 7:00 a.m. are performed the next business day..

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