Yes, a permit is required to repair or replace your fence. A building permit is required for wood and concrete fences. They are also required for chain-link fences on commercial properties or chain-link fences utilized as a pool safety barrier on residential properties.

Permits can also be submitted by email, mail or in person. Call the Customer Service Call Center at (321) 633-2187 to schedule an appointment. Notice to Owner/Builder Applicants: Owners working as their own contractors (referred to as Owner/Builders) must appear in person to file their permit application.

Required Building Permits Construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, demolish or change the occupancy of a building or structure. Erect, , enlarge, alter, repair, remove, convert or replace any electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing system.

If you'll be making any plumbing or electrical changes, you will need to get a permit. For instance, if you need to re-run plumbing if you're changing the location of your sink or adding in an island with its own sink, a permit may be required.

Generally, homeowners are able to pull their own permit and act as their own contractor under Florida Statute 489.103(7). The property must be in the homeowner's name and it must be the homeowner's primary residence.

For a detailed list, view Work Exempt from Permits. Certain projects, such as bathroom or kitchen remodels, may require permits depending on the type of work being performed. For instance, a bathroom remodel where plumbing work is involved would likely require a permit.

Section 105.1 of the Florida Building Code states that a permit is required to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, demolish or change the occupancy or occupant content of a building or structure or to erect, , enlarge, alter, repair, remove, convert or replace any electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing ...