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Permit Requirements
The building permit counter is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 am until 4:30 pm.
Contact Information
Please e-mail us at:
ebpermits@cityofsafetyharbor.com for permit related questions
inspections@cityofsafetyharbor.com to schedule inspections
Please call us at (727)724-1515 if you have any questions.
Online Permits
We are accepting online permit applications for residential roof, and smaller residential mechanical, residential electrical, and residential plumbing applications.
Select “Apply for a Permit”
• You will need to register under “Currently not signed in” at the top right of the screen before scheduling the first inspection.
• You will need to obtain a pin number by emailing or calling the building division.
• Once you are registered and have a pin, you will be able to apply for an on line permit.
If you are applying for all other permits such as new commercial construction, new residential construction, and tree permits, additions, or any other project that requires full-size plans, you must apply in person at City Hall, 750 Main Street, Safety Harbor.
Permits for New Residential or New Commercial Construction
We recommend an appointment to drop off new residential or new commercial construction permits. During this time, staff will confirm that all documents on the checklist are included and the correct number of copies are provided. To schedule a time, please call 727-724-1515.
Inspections
• To schedule an online inspection, click here.
• You will need to register under “Currently not signed in” at the top right of the screen before scheduling the first inspection.
• You will need to obtain a pin number by emailing or calling the building division.
• Once you are registered and have a pin, you will be able to schedule an inspection.
• Inspection requests may also be sent by email at: inspections@cityofsafetyharbor.com
• We accept inspection requests by e-mail before 2 pm on the prior business day.
• We are not conducting interior inspections. Please schedule an e-mail/video inspection at inspections@cityofsafetyharbor.com and then send photos/video to the same email.
Inspection Results and Permit Information for Contractors
Contractors can click here, log in and select “view my activity” to view inspection results or review completed inspections.
Permit Information Searches
Permit information can be searched by clicking here, selecting building department search, and typing an address.
Permit Payments
For permit payment options, click here.
Building Applications & Documents
- Building Permit Application (PDF) - The fillable permit application may be emailed to: ebpermits@cityofsafetyharbor.com
- Contractor Authorization Letter (PDF)
- Driveway and Sidewalk Agreement (PDF)
- Resubmittal Revision Application (PDF)
- Engineering Checklist
- Florida Statutes Construction Liens (PDF)
- Missed Inspection Affidavit (PDF)
- No Tree Removal (PDF)
- Notice of Commencement (PDF)
- Owner/Builder Affidavit (PDF)
- Pool Safety Letter (PDF)
- Registration Application (PDF)
- Roof Deck Nailing Affidavit (PDF)
- Subcontractor Job Registration (PDF)
- Tree Permit Application (PDF)
- Permit Fee and Impact Fee Schedule (PDF)
- Adopted Codes
- Fence License Agreement (PDF)
- New Utility Account Form (PDF)
Required Permits
Work that requires permits include, but is not limited to, the following:
- Air Conditioning
- Carports
- Commercial Additions
- Commercial Renovations
- Demolitions
- Driveways/Slabs
- Electrical Work
- Fences
- Fire Alarms
- Fire Sprinklers
- Garage Doors
- Gas
- House Moves
- Mechanical Work
- Mobile Home Replacements
- New Commercial
- New Mobile Homes
- New Residential
- Plumbing Work
- Pools
- Residential Additions
- Residential Renovations
- Roofs
- Screen Enclosures
- Sheds
- Sidewalks
- Signs
- Water Heaters
- Windows/Doors
Permit Requirements
Residential Permit Requirements
New Single Family Homes and Additions
- 2 sets of plans
- 2 copies of survey*
- 2 energy calculations*
- 2 A/C information*
- Notice of Commencement (PDF) (certified copy)**
- Elevation Certificate (if within flood zone)
**If value of job is over $2,500
Commercial Permit Requirements
New Buildings/Additions
Remodel/Renovation/Buildout
- 3 sets of plans
- 3 surveys/site plans
- 2 energy calculations*
- 2 A/C information*
- Asbestos report*
- Notice of Commencement (PDF) (certified copy) **
- Elevation Certificate (if within flood zone)
** If value of job is over $2,500