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When is a Building Permit Required?
WHEN IS A BUILDING PERMIT REQUIRED?
Section 105 of the Florida Building Code requires permits for most construction-related work. Various improvements of real property may not require a building permit. The work exempted must be performed in accordance with minimum code standards. The following table should help clarify the Building Department’s current permit requirements.
ITEMS NOT REQUIRING A PERMIT (RESIDENTIAL ONLY)
A/C – Replace window unit, electrical outlet existing | Painting |
Awnings 9 sq. feet or less | Pavers – sand set, not part of a pool/spa deck |
Ceiling Fan – Replacement using existing outlet box and wiring | Pergolas/Arbors – 120 square feet and under and self supporting |
Ceramic Tile – Replace on floor and wall (Non-Fire rated) | Playground equipment |
Dishwasher – Replacement within a dwelling unit | Pool/spa – manufactured, less than 24 inches deep |
Door – Replace any interior residential door within the individual unit. | Roof – Repair existing roof covering less than 100 square feet |
Concrete flatwork | Sheds under 100 Sq. ft. |
Drywall walls (Non-Fire Related) | Screening front entrance - Up to 100 sq. ft of screen |
Faucet or water closet – Replace | Siding – Repair under 20 sq feet |
Fence – Repair or replace, except pool barrier New block fence 2' or less of other fences 6' or less | Sink – Replace only |
Gutter and Leaders | Soffit or Fascia – Repair under $1,000. Not including structural members |
Kitchen cabinet replacement only, with no change in configuration of electrical or plumbing | Stucco – Repair stucco finish |
Light Fixture, switch, outlet – Replace “like for like” in existing box | Solar tubes without electric |
Low voltage wiring for residential | Window Repair |
Flag Poles under 12 feet tall | Wood deck – Repair of decking not including structural members, and, decks fewer than 100 square feet AND under 30 inches high. |
Water heater change outs if same type and same location |
This table is a concise guide to Sumter County Building Department Policies, Florida Statutes (489.103 9[a+b]), and the Florida Building Codes.