Building Permits in Orlando, FL
Check permit requirements for home improvement projects in Orlando. Select a project type below to see local requirements, estimated fees, and how to apply.
Recent permit activity in Orlando
We track 197,186 permit records from Orlando's official open-data feed, updated today.
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Key Exemptions in Orlando
These projects typically don't require a building permit in Orlando:
Cosmetic bathroom renovations do not require a permit in Orlando, FL.
Small at-grade patio slabs under 120 square feet are typically exempt from building permits per IRC R105.2 (extended via local amendment). The slab must be at-grade (not more than 30 inches above adjacent grade) and not part of an accessible route.
Freestanding decks under 30 inches above grade are exempt in Orlando, FL.
Replacing an existing driveway in the same footprint with no changes to the curb cut is generally exempt from permit requirements.
Replacing a fixture in-kind does not require a permit in Orlando, FL.
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