Permits & Inspections

Yes, please see our Practical Guide to Permitting(PDF, 254KB).

If you have questions about permitting, please email us at permits@dunedinfl.net or call (727) 298-3210 for assistance.

The City does not enforce homeowners association rules and regulations. The property owner is responsible for adhering to deed restrictions and homeowners association requirements that apply to the subject property.

Yes, the Building Division must inspect all permitted work before the permit can be closed out. Permit holders can schedule inspections online at Inspections.

A permit is valid for 180 days from the date of issuance, or from the last approved inspection date. If the project is dormant for 180 days then the permit is expired. A permit may be extended only by the Building Official with a written request.

Please see the Practical Guide to Permitting(PDF, 254KB) for submittal requirements.

Please see the Residential Building Permits - A Homeowner's Guide(PDF, 909KB) brochure for valuable tips on choosing a contractor.

Florida law requires all construction to be done by licensed contractors. One exception to the law allows an owner of a one- or two-family dwelling to act as the contractor with certain restrictions. The owner/builder is exempt from some licensing regulations when building for his/her own use and occupancy, and the owner must provide direct onsite supervision. It is the obligation of the owner to read, understand and comply with the statute. The sale or lease, or offering for sale or lease of said structure for a period of one (1) year after completion of construction is a criminal violation, punishable as a misdemeanor in the second degree. The applicant for an owner/builder permit will be required to appear and sign an affidavit(PDF, 440KB) as acknowledgement of the State requirements.

Average plan review times for residential permits is 5-7 business days, and 7-10 business days for commercial permits. Permits for certain types of work may be issued on the same day as we receive the application. The following are some examples.

• Air-conditioning/heating change outs
• Electrical service change outs
• Garage door replacements
• Reroofing
• Sewer or water line replacement
• Water heater replacements

No permits are needed for carpet, vinyl and ceramic tile flooring installation; painting or paneling over existing walls and wallpapering; and ordinary minor repairs.

Building permits are required for most work on residential buildings and structures. Residential buildings include single family homes, duplexes, triplexes, townhomes, condominiums, apartments, villas and mobile homes. Please see the Residential Building Permits - A Homeowner's Guide(PDF, 909KB) brochure for a list of the most common types of projects that require permits.

Building permits are how your local government ensures that buildings and structures are built in compliance with the Florida Building Codes. The purpose is to safeguard the public health, safety and general welfare through structural strength, means of egress facilities, stability, sanitation, adequate light and ventilation, energy conservation, and safety to life and property from fire and other hazards attributed to the built environment and to provide safety to fire fighters and emergency responders during emergency operations.