WHEN DOES THE CITY REQUIRE A PERMIT?
All new construction or alterations and repairs with an estimated value (labor & material) over $1,500.00
 

WHEN IS A PERMIT NOT REQUIRED?
Repairs and maintenance work with an estimated value under $1,500.00. Except Electrical, Mechanical and Plumbing. (i.e., repairs on fences, fascia board, any cosmetic work, exterior painting on single-family residences.) When in doubt, contact the building division at 954-730-3060
 

HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO OBTAIN A PERMIT?
Minor permits can be issued within three to five business days, large plans will take anywhere from seven to fifteen working days from the time they are received for building review.
 

WHY MUST I SUBMITTED A NOTICE OF COMMENCEMENT THE SAME TIME I SUBMIT MY PERMIT.
The city requires that you submit a certified copy of the Notice of Commencement for jobs with an estimated value over $2,500.00 or a copy of a Notice of Commencement signed by the owner, that hasn't been filed, along with an affidavit from the contractor that the N. O. C. will be filed and posted on the job at time of first inspection.
 

WHY DOES A CONTRACT NEED TO BE SUBMITTED WITH THE PERMIT APPLICATION?
The permit fees are based on the estimated value of the job and the contract shows the scope of work and cost of job. The contract also indicates that the owner of the property has hired a particular contractor.
 

WHEN MUST I GET MY PLANS REVIEWED AND STAMPED BY THE DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING & ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION?
Permits for a new residential or commercial building, additions to commercial buildings, or any change of use in commercial properties; plans must be submitted to the Department of Planning & Environmental Protection, located at 115 South Andrews Avenue #A240, Fort Lauderdale, FL, (954) 357-6666 (permitting & planning division), before they are submitted to the Building Department.
 

WHAT ARE THE STEPS OF THE REVIEW PROCESS?
All permits are reviewed by the planning & zoning department and engineering department prior to the building division review.
 

WHY MUST I GET AN OWNER'S SIGNATURE ON THE PERMIT OR CONTRACT?
The owner's signature is required to ensure that the owner has actually agreed to hire a particular contractor.
 

IF MY PLANS ARE DENIED, DO I HAVE TO COME INTO THE OFFICE TO GET THE PLAN REVIEW COMMENTS?
No, the comment sheets can be faxed to your office, you can make the corrections and resubmit your corrected plans. Your fax number should be entered on your permit application.
 

HOW CAN A CONTRACTOR REGISTER WITH THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL?
The company must submit a current State Certificate of Competency, or their State Registration and Broward County Certificate of Competency and valid Certificate of Insurance for General Liability and Worker's Compensation with City of Plantation as the certificate holder or a valid Worker's Compensation Exempt form.
 

HOW CAN I REMOVE A CONTRACTOR FROM MY JOB?
You must submit a notarized letter from qualifier of the permit you are removing from job. If you cannot obtain a release letter, you must submit a Hold Harmless form signed by both the General Contractor and/or the owner of property owner, along with a financial statement.
 

DO I NEED A NAILING INSPECTION ON A ROOF PERMIT?
No, you must post a notarized re-nailing affidavit on the job; the inspector will pick up the affidavit at the time of the tin-cap inspection.
 

WHAT IS YOUR FAX NUMBER?
The fax number is (954) 730-3071.
 

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