All concrete flat work (slab), whether considered structural or non-structural (to include pavers), requires a permit and inspections. Work performed one foot or less from an existing structure will be required to be termite treated. Any flat work, including pavers, may require an occupation of easement from Real Estate Services.
Required Forms & Documents
- Application for Construction Permit (1 original and 1 copy)
- Tree Permit Application Package (1 original and 1 copy): The tree permit application form must accompany the permit application if trees are being removed and/or lot clearing is necessary.
- 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.
- Site Plan (2 copies/sets)
- Drawings/Plans/Engineering (2 sets/copies): Footing details. Must be wet seal if applying for a permit through our office. Digitally signed & sealed engineered plans for contractors using our online portal.
- Affidavit for Accessory Structures (1 original signed)
- 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.
- Owner-Builder Disclosure Statement (1 original, personally signed at the permit counter): Eligible Owner-Builders must complete this form in person at the time of application. Required by Florida law in order to be exempt from having to be a licensed contractor (sale, rental or lease of the property is prohibited for 1 year from permit completion).
Fees
At Time of Application
- Building: $90
- Surcharge: $4
At Time of Issuance
- Zoning Review: $22
- Line & Grade: $310
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.
Licenses That Can Pull This Permit Type
- Owner-Builder: Must not rent or sell the property within one (1) year of completion of the permit.
- Certified Building
- Certified General
- Certified Residential
- Local Concrete Masonry
- Local Concrete Place and Finish
- Registered Building
- Registered General
- Registered Residential
Department Reviews
- Intake/Sufficiency: A review of the application, and its required documents to verify completeness for acceptance and payment of initial fees.
- 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.
- Right-of-Way: A review the proposed work for impacts to the county right-of-way (ROW) and/or easements and determine what, if any, inspections will be required.
- 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.
- Permit Issuance: At this point, work may commence. The applicant will receive an approved copy of the permit package, and an Inspection Card to be posted at the site.
Typical Inspections
Inspection Type (IVR System Code):
- ROW Final (985)
- Slab (201): Required when a concrete slab/monolithic slab/footing is to be poured. The inspection should be made after all formwork, termite treatment, vapor barriers, reinforcing steel & applicable rough plumbing inspections have been completed but prior to pouring.
- Termite Certificate-Final. May be emailed to TermiteCertificates@CharlotteCountyFL.gov.