Permit to allow outdoor storage on a commercial location without a primary structure (zoning, landscaping and fencing requirements exist)
Note: A commercial fence requires a separate permit application and is not included with a commercial outdoor storage permit.
Required Forms & Documents
All documentation: If applying in person, 2 original signed/sealed sets required; if applying online, 1 original signed/sealed set required
- Application for Storage Lot Permit
- Special Exception Application: Some zoning districts allow this by right and others only by Special Exception public hearing approval. Contact Zoning at 941.743.1964 for details.
- Tree Permit Application: Must accompany the permit application if trees are being removed and/or lot clearing is necessary
- Site Plan: Showing existing and proposed structures and conditions to include fence outline and details
- Landscape Plan(s): 3 copies
- Additional paperwork: If rental property, must have property owners’ written consent
- Final Site Plan Approval Letter
- County Stormwater Approval Letter
- Survey
- Right-of-Way Site Plan/Stormwater or Drainage Plans
- SWFWMD/SFWMD Exemptions
Fees
At Time of Application
- Pre-Application: $90
- Surcharge: $4
At Time of Issuance
- Landscape Review: $80
- Zoning Review: $20
Note: Payments by check should be made payable to either "CCBCC" or Charlotte County Board of County Commissioners. Payments are also accepted by Mastercard or Visa credit or debit cards.
Eligible Licenses for This Permit
- Owner-Builder: Must not rent or sell the property within one (1) year of completion of the permit. View Owner-Builder Permits Information.