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941.743.1200
18500 Murdock Circle
Port Charlotte, FL 33948

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Community Development

Mission: To administer and enforce the county's land development & building construction regulations, the Florida Building Code, and the preparation and implementation of the county's Comprehensive Plan.

Automated Inspection Request System (AIRS) phone: 941.833.4086. Available 24/7. Must call by 8 p.m. for next day service.

Online inspection scheduling: Contractors only. Available 24/7. Request must be made by 8 p.m. to be eligible for next day service.

Permit counter and phone hours (except holidays): 
  • Monday: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
  • Tuesday through Friday: 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Inspector hours: 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (in the field only) Monday through Friday (holidays).

Englewood Permitting Site Open

A pop-up permitting site at 6868 San Casa Drive, Englewood, is open for residential storm-related permits. Commercial permits unavailable. Visit the main office at 18400 Murdock Circle for other permits.

Hours: Monday: 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Tuesday-Friday: 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

Department News

Fake Emails Impersonating County Staff

Fake Emails Impersonating County Staff

Sep. 24, 2025 2:57 pm

The Charlotte County Community Development Department is alerting residents to a new wave of fraudulent emails impersonating county staff. These fraudulent messages are part of an ongoing phishing scheme designed to deceive recipients into sharing personal or financial information.

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Temporary Recreational Vehicles and Mobile Homes Allowed

Temporary Recreational Vehicles and Mobile Homes Allowed

Sep. 29, 2024 2:34 pm

To obtain a permit to set a temporary mobile home, visit the Community Development Department at 18400 Murdock Circle, Port Charlotte, to fill out necessary paperwork and provide plans.

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Work That Can Be Completed Without a Permit

Work That Can Be Completed Without a Permit

Sep. 28, 2024 4:51 pm

CHARLOTTE COUNTY, Fla. (Sept. 28, 2024) – Charlotte County encourages residents to begin recovery efforts as soon as possible. To streamline the rebuilding process and prevent delays, the Charlotte County Community Development Department is providing guidelines for work that may be completed without the need for a permit. 

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