City Building Permits

Town of Indian Shores, FL Building Permit Guide

How to apply for a building permit in Town of Indian Shores, Florida. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Florida Pinellas County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

All properties within the Town of Indian Shores.

Department
Building Department
Address
19305 Gulf Blvd, Indian Shores, FL 33785
Phone
727-474-7786
Website
https://www.myindianshores.com/2229/Building-Department

Online Permit Portal

Open CommunityCore Portal

Platform: CommunityCore • Account required: Yes • Submission: Online only

Application Process

  1. Register for CommunityCore portal or visit Building Department office.
  2. For first-time contractors, complete registration with insurance, state license, and credentials.
  3. Create permit application and upload required documents.
  4. Submit complete application package.
  5. Town reviews for code compliance under 2023 Florida Building Code, 8th Edition.
  6. Plan-review timing varies by permit type.
  7. Address correction comments if required.
  8. Obtain permit issuance.

Typical processing time: Varies by permit type; over-the-counter issuance possible for smaller permits.

Source: Building Department

General Requirements

Building permits required for all construction projects in the Town of Indian Shores.

Required Documents

  • Completed permit application
  • Construction plans and specifications
  • Site plan with property dimensions
  • First-time contractor registration (if applicable)
  • State license and insurance documentation
Permit validity
Permits remain valid while actively worked; contact town for expiration details.
Building code
Florida Building Code, 8th Edition (2023)
Owner-builder
Owner-builders may apply; verify requirements with town.
Contractor requirements
Contractors must be licensed by the State of Florida; first-time contractors must register through portal with insurance and credentials.

Fees

Minimum permit fee
Varies by permit type
Plan check fee
Included in permit fee
Permit fee formula
Based on project valuation and permit category
Trade permit fee
Per trade
Reinspection fee
Assessed for failed inspections
Payment note
Payment through CommunityCore portal or in person

Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule (effective Current as of 2026-03).

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Building Department to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

Scheduling deadline
Per town procedures
Inspection hours
Monday-Friday during business hours
Time windows
Varies by inspection type

Typical inspection sequence: Town manages inspection scheduling and coordination through portal.

Contact town for remote inspection policies.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Building Department before applying.

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