How to Obtain a CO: You must file a Request for Certificate of Occupancy with Palm Beach County officials, who are on a deadline to respond. They must issue the CO within 10 days for most properties or 2 days for residential buildings. If authorities do not forward the CO, they must inform you of specific deficiencies.
All work except for installation of carpet, wallpaper and interior painting require a permit. Refer to the Florida Building Code Online and the Town's Code of Ordinances for acceptable methods. 3. What are the hours of the Planning, Zoning, & Building Department?
An attorney who represents the purchaser should make sure that the contract states that the property will be conveyed without violations and that a valid certificate of occupancy is a condition to closing. Occupying premises without at least a temporary certificate of occupancy is unlawful.
The qualifier and/or the property owner for your permit must write a letter to the Planning, Zoning and Building Department indicating that he/she wishes to cancel the permit. The letter should include the permit number, the job site address, and the reason for the cancellation.
How do I obtain a CO/CC? Once your final inspection has been approved and the applicable completion holds satisfied, you may apply, print or view certificates online at Certificate of Occupancy/Completion. Check applicable inspections and completion holds using your Permit Card and/or the Building permit records menu.
The time frame for permit issuance depends on the scope of work and the accuracy of the submittal documents. You can Monitor the progress online CLICK HERE - for further questions call Tracking @ 561-233-5130.
A Certificate of Occupancy (CO) is issued for new construction or change of use (i.e. from a school to a restaurant), while a Certificate of Completion (CC) is needed for remodels, renovations and shell buildings.
The Notice of Commencement shall be recorded in the office of the Clerk where the real property is located. A certified copy of the Notice of Commencement must be posted on the property. The property owner must sign the Notice of Commencement and no one else may be permitted to sign in his or her stead.
You can electronically record documents online (eRecording) or you can bring your original documents to the Main Courthouse, South County Courthouse, North County Courthouse, West County Courthouse, Royal Palm Beach branch or mail your documents.