Attention Volusia County Licensed Contractors and Owner Builders:

Apply, manage, upload documents, check status, schedule inspections, and pay fees

CONNECT LIVE VOLUSIA 

(Online Permitting)

The Permit Center:

Welcome to the Volusia County Permit Center, our goal is to provide quality service to the community that is knowledgeable, efficient, comprehensive and helpful to the public. The Permit Center is responsible for receiving and processing of residential and commercial applications, verification of documents received and issuing permits for a variety of construction activities that require a permit.  Examples of permits include building, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and major construction improvement permits.  

• Email Contact: permitctr@volusia.gov
• In the event a Permit Technician is unavailable to take your call, please send a detailed email to permitctr@volusia.gov . 
• We are open Monday - Friday from 8am-5pm. (*Please note our last customer sign in is at 4:30pm.)  

*ATTENTION* Important Updates:

HB 803 – $7,500 Residential Repair/Improvement Exemption

Effective July 1, 2026, Florida House Bill 803 established a building permit exemption for certain residential repairs or improvements with a value of $7,500 or less. This exemption applies to work that does not affect the structural integrity of the building and does not involve electrical, plumbing, or mechanical systems requiring a permit under the Florida Building Code.

Property owners and contractors who believe their project qualifies must submit a Minor Residential Work Permit Exemption Request for review prior to beginning work. 

Please note: Submitting an application does not guarantee exemption. If Building and Code Administration determines the proposed work does not meet the exemption criteria, a standard building permit will be required before work may begin.

👉 Use this link to access the Minor Residential Work Permit Exemption Request form.  The request form can be submitted in person or via email to permitctr@volusia.gov. 

The Volusia County Permit Guide is now available, an easy-to-use online tool that helps applicants prepare for permitting and development projects!

The Permit Guide is a one-stop resource that helps users:

• Check where a project is allowed
• Determine which permits are required
• Review application submittal requirements
• Estimate permit fees

The Volusia County Permit Guide is now available at permitguide.volusia.gov. Whether you’re a first-time applicant or an experienced developer, this tool helps you find the right information, reduce delays, and move your project forward with confidence.
 

Building Permit Application Guide

Click here for Building Permit Applications and Forms. 

Click here to view the Current Fee Schedules.

Impact Fees

If you are building a new home, constructing or expanding a commercial building, or changing the use of an existing building anywhere in Volusia County, an Impact Fee review is required. Click here for more information.

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