Commercial Remodel

Exterior and/or interior remodel of an existing commercial space or common area of a multifamily location

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 Construction Permit 
• Accessory Structures Affidavit - Commercial
• Notice of Commencement (1 copy signed and recorded): Any improvement for which the direct contract price is greater than $5,000. Must be submitted prior to scheduling the first inspection.
• Drawings/Plans/Engineering: Plan(s) clearly showing existing conditions and proposed new construction. Must convey the full extent of proposed work – legible and of sufficient clarity. Drawings/plans need to be signed and sealed. If applying for a permit in person, plans must be wet or embossed with a signature. If applying for a permit online, plans must be digitally signed and sealed with a third-party verification (see User Information).
• Energy Calculations (if applicable): Energy calculation forms must be signed by preparer and owner-agent as per the Energy Conservation Code
• Product Specifications: Please provide the complete number for materials (e.g. windows, doors, roof covering, siding, soffits, etc.) to include the number after the decimal point – not the revision “R” number (i.e. 251 is the general number with several different configurations – complete number would be 251.1, etc.). Product approvals can be researched at floridabuilding.org/pr/pr_app_srch.aspx (FL #s) or miamidade.gov/building/pc-search_app.asp (NOA #s)
• Subcontractor Worksheet: Required if contractor is hiring a subcontractor to perform any electric, mechanical, plumbing or roofing
• Owner-Builder Permit Information: Please read this information about what and who may qualify for an Owner-Builder permit. An Owner-Builder Disclosure Statement Form must be completed.

Fees

• Pre-Application: $200
• Building Flat: $200 if ICC valuation less than $50,000

• Surcharge: 0.025 x building fee; minimum of $5
• Building: 0.005 x ICC valuation if more than or equal to $50,000 in valuation - less the pre-application fee

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: Not more than $75,000 in cost. Must not rent or sell the property within one (1) year of completion of the permit.
• Certified Building
• Certified General
• Registered Building
• Registered General

Department Reviews

• Building: A review of the proposed work to ensure that the structure will be in compliance with the applicable structural requirements of the Florida Building Code. This also includes wind loads and flood loads.
• Electrical: Ensure that the proposed structure or component will comply with the electrical provisions of the National Electrical Code (NEC)
• Fire: Ensure that the proposed structure or component will comply with the National Fire Prevention Code (NFPA)
• Mechanical: Ensure that the proposed structure or component will comply with the mechanical provisions of the Florida Building Code
• Plumbing: Ensure that the proposed structure or component will comply with the plumbing provisions of the Florida Building Code
• Utilities: Ensure that the applicable regulations are followed in relation to connecting to water or sewer service provided by Charlotte County Utilities (CCU)
• Zoning: A review the proposed work for compliance with the land development regulations. This includes zoning, setbacks and any other regulations pertaining to the location and type of structure.

Inspections