Kissimmee, FL Building Permit Guide

Permit Authority

All properties within the incorporated City of Kissimmee city limits. A Kissimmee mailing address may still be in unincorporated Osceola County; applicants should verify jurisdiction.

Department

City of Kissimmee Development Services Building Division / Permitting Division

Address

Development Services Center, 101 Church Street, Kissimmee, FL 34741

Phone

407-518-2379

Email

permitting@kissimmee.gov

Website

https://www.kissimmee.gov/Business-Development/Permits-Inspections

Online Permit Portal

Application Process

1. Confirm the property is inside Kissimmee city limits; a Kissimmee postal address does not always mean City jurisdiction.
2. Review the city's permit-type list to choose the right application.
3. Submit the permit application through the EnerGov portal.
4. City staff and other agencies review the plans for compliance with city and state standards; status is tracked online.
5. Once approved, download the permit documents and plans from the Citizen Self-Service Portal and begin construction.
6. Request inspections through EnerGov and complete final inspection for closeout and, where applicable, certificate of occupancy.

Source: City of Kissimmee Development Services Building Division / Permitting Division

General Requirements

A permit is often required before starting work. Published permit examples include fences and walls, foundations, interior alterations and buildouts, pools and spas, roofs and reroofs, sheds and garages, shutters, signage, doors, windows, and relocations.

Required Documents

• Completed permit application
• Site plans and construction drawings
• Proof of property ownership or authorization

Building code

Florida Building Codes as adopted by the State of Florida under chapter 553, Florida Statutes

Owner-builder

Florida Statute 489 generally requires licensed contractors, but section 489.103 allows owner-builders to pull permits for qualifying work. Corporations, LLCs, partnerships, and trusts cannot obtain owner-builder permits directly. Residential owner-builder work is limited to single-family homes or duplexes; commercial owner-builder work is limited to projects under $75,000.

Contractor requirements

Unlicensed contractors cited as a delay factor; licensed contractors required for regulated work.

Fees

Payment note

Police and fire impact fees apply to development projects that apply for a building permit or certificate of occupancy in incorporated Kissimmee. Parks and recreation impact fees also apply. See Impact and Mobility Fees page for details.

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the City of Kissimmee Development Services Building Division / Permitting Division to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

• EnerGov project portal (online)

Typical inspection sequence: Inspection coverage includes: single-family, multifamily, commercial, fences and walls, sheds and garages, pools and spas, roofing, siding, signs, tents, minor interior alterations, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, fire protection, site and land clearing, and tree removal.

If the site is not ready or excessive code violations are found, the city may issue a notice of violation and charge a reinspection fee.

Additional Resources

• Building code: Florida Building Codes as adopted by the State of Florida under chapter 553, Florida Statutes
• Owner-builder rules: View rules
• Impact and Mobility Fees
• License lookup guide: Florida Contractor License Requirements
• Contract template: Florida Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
• Florida hub: Florida Contractor License & Permit Hub

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