Building Permit fees will be waived through November 30, 2022, for the residential permit types listed below as a result of damage caused by Hurricane Ian.  Additional information regarding work exempt from permit, permit requirements and when permits must be obtained is provided below.

Work Exempt From Permit:

A building permit is not required for temporary, emergency repairs to mitigate wind and / or water damage and to prevent further deterioration of the residential building or structure.

Examples of exempted work include but may not necessarily be limited to:

  • Installation of minor temporary shoring to stabilize buildings
  • Installation of temporary sheathing panels, similar materials and related closure systems (e.g. water resistive barriers, roofing underlayments) intended to reduce or prevent intrusion of wind and water
  • Removal of interior building materials such as drywall and insulation to facilitate water removal and to commence drying of the building
  • Minor siding, soffit and roofing repairs not exceeding 100 square feet of aggregate area for each type (siding, soffit, roofing)
  • Repair or replacement of gutters and downspouts

Please be advised, building permits are required for any and all work not described above.  Contact the Palm Coast Building Division with questions regarding exempted work at: 386-986-3780.

Work Not Exempt From Building Permit

Building Repairs and Reconstruction (structural, non-structural, interior and exterior)

  • Repairs and reconstruction of structural and non-structural components whether interior or exterior, require a building permit prior to starting work.
  • Plans prepared by a Florida licensed engineer or architect are required for structural repairs or reconstruction of residential buildings

Exceptions:

  • Temporary work and work on certain other items described above.

Roofing and Re-Roofing

  • Roofing and re-roofing require a building permit prior to starting work.
  • Replacement of up to a maximum of 100 square feet of aggregate does not require a building permit.

Window and door replacement

  • A building permit is not required prior to work for the replacement of exterior windows and doors including garage doors and also including replacement glass in an existing door and window frames provided a permit is obtained within five (5) working days from the date the work is started.
  • All exterior windows and doors must have a valid Florida Product Approval Number.

Soffit / fascia / siding repairs

  • A building permit is not required prior to starting work for repairs and reconstruction of soffits, fascia, and sub fascia boards and exterior siding provided a permit is obtained within five (5) working days from the date the work is started.
  • A building permit is not required if the aggregate areas of the repair or reconstruction area do not exceed 100 square feet for each type (soffit, fascia, siding).
  • All soffit and siding materials used in repairs or reconstruction must have a valid Florida Product Approval Number.

A/C equipment change-outs

  • A building permit is not required prior to work, provided a permit is applied for and obtained within five (5) working days from the date the work is started.

Water heater change-outs

  • A building permit is not required prior to work, provided a permit is applied for and obtained within five (5) working days from the date the work is started.

Electrical repairs and replacement (service equipment, circuit panels, wiring, and equipment)

  • A building permit is required prior to starting work for all electrical repairs, reconstruction, or replacement work.
  • No electrical work requiring inspection shall be concealed.

Screen enclosures

  • Screen enclosure repairs and reconstruction require a building permit prior to starting work.
  • Plans prepared by a Florida licensed engineer or architect are required for repairs and reconstruction.
  • Repairs and replacement of screening materials does not require a permit.

Docks, Boat Houses, Seawalls

  • Docks, bout houses and sea walls require a building permit prior to starting work.
  • Plans prepared by a Florida licensed engineer or architect are required for repairs and reconstruction.

Fences 

  1. Residential fences do not require a permit, but new or replacement fences do require an acknowledgment to be signed by the property owner.  The acknowledge process can be accomplished online here:  https://www.palmcoastgov.com/government/building/ownerdocumentdetails/76

Residential fences must conform to location, height, and allowable styles and types.

Sheds

  • Residential sheds 120 sq. ft. or less do not require a permit, but new or replacement sheds do require an acknowledgment to be signed by the property owner.  The acknowledge process can be accomplished online here:  https://www.palmcoastgov.com/government/building/ownerdocumentdetails/147
  • Residential sheds greater than 120 sq. ft. require a permit prior to installation.
  • Residential shed replacement requires a permit prior to installation.
  • Residential shed repairs do not require a permit; however, sheds must remain in their originally approved location.

All contractors must be licensed, insured, and registered with the City of Palm Coast Building Division.  State licenses may be verified a DBPR.com

It is the City’s intent to expedite all hurricane-related repair permits.  Please contact the Palm Coast Building Division at 386-986-3780 if you need more information or have questions about other projects not listed here.

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