Installation of a canopy on residential property
Canopy: A permanent structure or architectural projection of rigid construction over which a covering is attached that provides weather protection, identity, or decoration. A canopy is permitted to be structurally independent or supported by attachment to a building on one or more sides.
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
- Affidavit for Accessory Structures
- 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: For a new canopy, plans 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). For used canopy/relocations, a Hold Harmless Agreement is required.
- Site Plan
- 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
At Time of Application
- Building Flat: $90
- Surcharge: $4
At Time of Issuance
- Zoning Review: $22
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
- Certified Building
- Certified General
- Certified Residential
- Certified Specialty Structure
- Registered Building
- Registered General
- Registered Residential
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.
- 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
- Dependent upon the project location and scope of work. Inspections will show on job card.