The Notice of Commencement must be recorded with Broward County Records, Taxes and Treasury Division, or in the office of the clerk where the real property is located. 1. Complete the Notice of Commencement Form. o All information must be typewritten or legibly printed.
Paver patios usually don't require permits because they are not considered permanent structures. On the contrary, for more complex projects that could include electrical wiring, plumbing, and other structures, there is a big possibility that you will need a building permit.
A permit is required for a wide variety of construction, remodeling and repair work, including residential permits, commercial permits, Manufacturing plants, and accessory installations.
A permit is required to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, remove or demolish any building, structure or part thereof. The need for and type(s) of permits required are based on the scope of work.
It turns out, the local zoning code classifies open porches and screened in porches as different building types, with greater setback restrictions for screened in porches than for open porches. A current open porch may violate code if it is enclosed, so enclosure with screens may well require permits.
A Certificate of Use, often referred to as a COU, is a Zoning certificate that confirms the space the business occupies complies with three items: 1) local Zoning ordinances, 2) the Florida Fire Prevention Code, and 3) the Florida Building Code.
The Certificate of Use and Occupancy is also called a “C.U.” and sometimes a Zoning Permit. Prior to occupancy of any commercial, industrial, or office location, this certificate is required.
Certificates of Occupancy for properties are issued by the Building Official after all final inspections with appropriate approvals have been completed and all holds from other agencies have been released.
A Broward County Business Tax License is also required. You may contact them at 954-765-4697 or visit the Broward County Local Business Tax website. The Broward County Office of Economic and Small Business Development is available to assist with opening a new business.