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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Raiford
A building permit is required for all construction within the Town of Raiford.
- Survey and legal description
- 911 address
- Municipal flood data or compliance letter from Town of Raiford
- Utility or septic documentation
- Subcontractor verification form
- Construction plans (two sets)
- Recorded Notice of Commencement (when required)
- Posted address numbers
- Additional trade-specific documents as applicable
- Building code
- 2023 Florida Building Code, 8th Edition, effective December 31, 2023.
- Permit validity
- Permits remain valid according to Florida Statutes 553.792.
- Owner-builder
- Owner-builders must sign and submit a required owner-builder disclosure statement when claiming the exemption.
- Contractor requirements
- All contractors and subcontractors must be licensed with the State of Florida and approved by Union County Building Department before permit issuance.
Application process
Typical processing: Processing times vary; check with Union County Building Department for current timelines.
- 01 Confirm the parcel is inside Raiford town limits.
- 02 Obtain the municipal flood data or compliance letter from the Town of Raiford before county permit issuance.
- 03 Complete the applicable Union County permit application and checklist items.
- 04 Submit the permit through Union County Building Department / Cloudpermit.
- 05 Respond to review comments, pay applicable fees, and schedule inspections through the county process.
Typical processing time: Processing times vary; check with Union County Building Department for current timelines.
Source: Union County Building Department (for permit issuance); Town of Raiford (for flood/compliance) ↗
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
- Cloudpermit portal (online)
Typical sequence: Building inspections are handled through Union County Cloudpermit and Union County building staff, based on the county-issued permit process.
Source: Union County Building Department (for permit issuance); Town of Raiford (for flood/compliance) ↗
Frequently asked
Common questions about Raiford permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Raiford, FL? ▸
02 How do I apply for a building permit in Raiford, FL? ▸
03 How long does it take to get a building permit in Raiford, FL? ▸
04 How do I schedule a building inspection in Raiford, FL? ▸
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Union County Building Department (for permit issuance); Town of Raiford (for flood/compliance) before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.