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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Union County
A building permit is required for all construction in unincorporated Union County.
Required documents
- Survey and legal description
- 911 address
- Proof of payment of special assessment tax
- Septic permit or letter, or sewer and water tap-in receipt
- FDOT culvert permit or no-permit letter if applicable
- Flood data letter
- Flood elevation materials if in a flood zone
- Subcontractor verification form
- Owner-builder disclosure if claiming exemption
- Recorded deed if recently purchased
- Two sets of construction plans
- Recorded Notice of Commencement
- Receipt for payment of fees
- Posted 911 address numbers
- 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.
§ 03
Application process
Typical processing: Processing times vary; check with Union County Building Department for current timelines.
- 01 Confirm the parcel is in unincorporated Union County and not inside Lake Butler, Raiford, or Worthington Springs.
- 02 Obtain a 911 address.
- 03 Assemble the county checklist items, including survey and legal description, utility or septic documentation, flood data letter, construction plans, subcontractor verification, and recorded Notice of Commencement when required.
- 04 Submit the application through Cloudpermit or coordinate with the Building Department using county application forms.
- 05 Respond to plan review comments, pay fees, and receive permit issuance before starting work.
- 06 Schedule inspections through Cloudpermit and obtain final approval.
Typical processing time: Processing times vary; check with Union County Building Department for current timelines.
§ 04
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
§ 05
Frequently asked
Common questions about unincorporated Union County permits
01 Do I need a building permit in unincorporated Union County, FL? ▸
A building permit is required for all construction in unincorporated Union County.
02 How do I apply for a building permit in unincorporated Union County, FL? ▸
To apply for a building permit in unincorporated Union County, FL, follow these steps: 1. Confirm the parcel is in unincorporated Union County and not inside Lake Butler, Raiford, or Worthington Springs. 2. Obtain a 911 address. 3. Assemble the county checklist items, including survey and legal description, utility or septic documentation, flood data letter, construction plans, subcontractor verification, and recorded Notice of Commencement when required. 4. Submit the application through Cloudpermit or coordinate with the Building Department using county application forms. 5. Respond to plan review comments, pay fees, and receive permit issuance before starting work. 6. Schedule inspections through Cloudpermit and obtain final approval.
03 How long does it take to get a building permit in unincorporated Union County, FL? ▸
Building permit processing times in unincorporated Union County, FL typically run Processing times vary; check with Union County Building Department for current timelines.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
04 How do I schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Union County, FL? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Union County, FL via: Cloudpermit portal.
last verified April 2026
source Union County Building Department ↗
entry id permits/florida/union/unincorporated
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Union County Building Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.