City Building Permits

Daytona Beach, FL Building Permit Guide

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

Florida Volusia County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

All properties within the incorporated City of Daytona Beach.

Department: Permits & Licensing
Address: 301 S. Ridgewood Ave., Room 127B, Daytona Beach, FL 32114
Phone: 386-671-8140
Website: https://www.daytonabeach.gov/258/Permits-Licensing

Online Permit Portal

Open Permits & Licensing

Platform: iMS (Intuitive Municipal Services) • Account required: Yes • Submission: Online only

Additional resources:

Online Permitting Portal

Application Process

Confirm the parcel is inside Daytona Beach city limits.
Use the city permits page and application forms to identify the correct permit type and required submittals.
Submit through the city's iMS-based permit system.
Address plan review comments, then pay fees and satisfy any issuance conditions.
Schedule inspections and obtain final approval or any required certificate before occupancy or closeout.

Typical processing time: Varies by project type; contact city for specifics.

Source: Permits & Licensing

General Requirements

A building permit is required for all construction within the City of Daytona Beach.

Required Documents

Completed permit application
Site plan
Construction plans
Applicant/owner acknowledgements

Permit validity: Florida's general 180-day permit activity framework applies.
Building code: Florida Building Code (8th Edition, 2023) effective December 31, 2023
Owner-builder: Qualifying property owners may request permits under the Live Local Act for expedited processing.
Contractor requirements: Contractors must be properly licensed and registered.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Permits & Licensing to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

Additional Resources

Building code: Florida Building Code (8th Edition, 2023) effective December 31, 2023
Permits & Licensing
License lookup guide: Florida Contractor License Requirements
Contract template: Florida Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
Florida hub: Florida Contractor License & Permit Hub

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Permits & Licensing 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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