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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Perry
A building permit is required for all construction within the City of Perry.
- Exempt Work exempt under Florida Building Code and city land development regulations
Note: Exempt from building permit does not mean exempt from zoning, floodplain, or city development requirements. Confirm with city before proceeding.
- Two copies of plot and construction plans drawn to scale
- Actual lot shape and dimensions
- Exact locations and sizes of existing and proposed buildings
- Existing and intended uses
- Number of families to be accommodated
- Off-street parking and loading information
- Survey of the lot made by a Florida-licensed surveyor or engineer
- Property stakes in place at time of application
- Building code
- Florida Building Code (mandatory statewide); City land development regulations also apply
- Permit validity
- Permit expires unless work begins within 6 months after issuance, or if work is suspended or abandoned for 6 months. Written extensions up to 90 days each may be granted.
- Owner-builder
- Contact city for owner-builder affidavit requirements.
- Contractor requirements
- Licensed contractors required; verify licensing through Florida DBPR.
Source: City of Perry Planning and Zoning / Community Development ↗
Application process
Typical processing: Varies; contact city planning office for current timelines
- 01 Confirm the property is within the City of Perry corporate limits, not unincorporated Taylor County.
- 02 Contact the city's Planning and Zoning / Community Development office at 850-584-7161 for current permit intake method and city-specific forms.
- 03 Prepare the application package required by the city's land development regulations and Florida Building Code review.
- 04 Obtain any required Planning and Zoning Board, City Council, floodplain, or special-permit approvals before permit issuance where land development regulations require them.
- 05 Submit the building permit application with required plans and survey to the city.
- 06 Post the permit on site, proceed with inspections, and obtain the required Certificate of Land Development Regulation Compliance before occupancy or use.
Typical processing time: Varies; contact city planning office for current timelines
Source: City of Perry Planning and Zoning / Community Development ↗
Fee schedule
Effective Not publicly posted as of March 23, 2026
Contact city for payment method details and fee schedule
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
- 850-584-7161 (phone)
- Scheduling deadline
- Contact city for scheduling procedures
- Inspection hours
- City office hours; contact for inspection availability
- Time windows
- Inspection windows vary by project type
Typical sequence: City conducts inspections per land development regulations and building code requirements. Certificate of Land Development Regulation Compliance required before occupancy.
Contact city for remote inspection availability.
Source: City of Perry Planning and Zoning / Community Development ↗
Frequently asked
Common questions about Perry permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Perry, FL? ▸
02 How much does a building permit cost in Perry, FL? ▸
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Perry, FL? ▸
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Perry, FL? ▸
05 What work is exempt from building permits in Perry, FL? ▸
06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Perry, FL? ▸
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with City of Perry Planning and Zoning / Community Development before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.