City Building Permits

Callaway, FL Building Permit Guide

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

Florida Bay County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Callaway uses EPCI for building permit applications, contractor forms, and related permitting administration.

Department
City of Callaway building permitting administered through EPCI
Website
https://www.cityofcallaway.com/building-permits

Online Permit Portal

Open EPCI Callaway Forms

Platform: EPCI city-information portal • Account required: No • Submission: Online or in-person

Application Process

  1. Start from the city's Building Permits page, which directs applicants to EPCI.
  2. Download the Callaway building application and project-specific supporting forms from the EPCI Callaway page.
  3. Assemble plans, valuation, notice of commencement when required, contractor registration, and any owner disclosure materials.
  4. Submit through the city/EPCI process and pay applicable fees.
  5. Respond to review comments or missing-item requests.
  6. Obtain permit issuance before beginning work.
  7. Schedule required inspections through the city/EPCI inspection process.

Source: City of Callaway building permitting administered through EPCI

General Requirements

Callaway directs applicants to EPCI's building permit requirements and city-specific application forms for regulated work.

Required Documents

  • Callaway building application
  • Application checklist
  • Contractor registration application
  • Contractor authorization letter where needed
  • Notice of commencement when required
  • Owner disclosure statement when applicable
  • Project-specific forms such as roof, MEP, or demolition applications
Building code
Florida Building Code
Owner-builder
EPCI publishes a city-specific disclosure statement for owner-builder/owner disclosure use.
Contractor requirements
EPCI publishes contractor registration forms for Callaway permit applicants.

Fees

Permit fee formula
Verify with Callaway/EPCI before filing.
Payment note
Confirm submission/payment steps directly with the city or EPCI.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the City of Callaway building permitting administered through EPCI to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

Typical inspection sequence: Typical sequence: permit issuance, required progress inspections, final 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 Callaway building permitting administered through EPCI before applying.

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