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| Homeowners Guide To Permits |
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| Date of Record: May 18, 2011 |
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| A permit is an agreement between the City and the applicant whereby the applicant agrees to follow the City and State Codes as adopted.
In some instances, the applicant must submit plans to show what he or she intends to do. For some projects, the plans may require preparation by a licensed architect or engineer registered in the State of Florida. When the plans are approved, the construction must conform to the plan, for any deviations or changes that differ from the approved plans cannot be approved in the field.
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| A permit ensures the Building Division will inspect the work. The inspector may discover faulty materials, deviations from the approved plans or violations of the building codes and development codes that may result in an unsafe or hazardous condition for you and your family.
Furthermore, it is a violation of State law not to have a permit when work being performed requires one. Failure to obtain a permit may result in an investigation fee charge added to the cost of the permit and/or may result in prosecution in court.
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| In general, a building permit is required when any change or alteration is made to a building, part of a building or when any new construction is undertaken. When applicable, separate permits for mechanical, plumbing and electrical work are required.
Your proposed project must also comply with the Comprehensive Development Code. If it does not a variance may be required. If in doubt, call the Community Development Department's Planner on Call at (727) 587-6749
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