City Building Permits

Seminole, FL Building Permit Guide

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

Florida Pinellas County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

All properties within the City of Seminole.

Department
Building Division
Address
9199 113th Street, Seminole, FL 33772
Phone
727-392-1966
Website
https://www.myseminole.com/website/permits.html

Online Permit Portal

Open City Permit Portal and In-Person

Platform: Mixed online and in-person • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Application Process

  1. Contact Building Division to determine permit application method.
  2. For online-eligible permit types (windows/doors, A/C, reroof, electrical, water heater), apply through city portal.
  3. For other permit types, apply in person at Building Division.
  4. Submit construction plans and supporting documents.
  5. Pay application and review fees.
  6. Building Division reviews for code compliance.
  7. Address correction comments if required.
  8. Obtain permit issuance.

Typical processing time: 2-4 weeks depending on permit type and complexity.

Source: Building Division

General Requirements

Building Division handles permit issuance, plan reviews, field inspections, and site-plan evaluations. Online permits available for certain types; most reviews including zoning and fire handled in-house.

Required Documents

  • Completed permit application
  • Construction plans and specifications
  • Site plan with property dimensions
  • Commercial projects may require private plan review at applicant expense
Permit validity
Permits remain valid while work progresses.
Building code
Florida Building Code, 8th Edition (2023)
Owner-builder
Contact Building Division for owner-builder permit requirements.
Contractor requirements
Contractors must be licensed by the State of Florida.

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 online 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 Division to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • Inspection hotline: 727-398-3110 (phone)
Scheduling deadline
Per city procedures
Inspection hours
Business hours
Time windows
City inspection windows

Typical inspection sequence: Building Division manages field inspections throughout project.

Contact Building Division 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 Division before applying.

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Important: This page is an educational resource provided by jaspector.com. It is not legal advice, and it does not substitute for official guidance from the permit authority listed above. Permit requirements, fees, and processes change frequently. Always verify current requirements directly with the issuing department before beginning any construction project. Use of this page does not create an attorney-client relationship. Jaspector assumes no liability for any outcomes arising from reliance on this information.

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