Building Permits in St. Augustine, FL
Check permit requirements for home improvement projects in St. Augustine. Select a project type below to see local requirements, estimated fees, and how to apply.
Key Exemptions in St. Augustine
These projects typically don't require a building permit in St. Augustine:
Cosmetic bathroom renovations (painting, replacing mirrors, new vanity without plumbing changes) do not require a permit.
Cosmetic kitchen work (painting, cabinet hardware, countertops without plumbing changes) does not require a permit. Interior painting and minor repairs are listed as exempt.
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 not exceeding 200 sq ft and not more than 30 inches above grade are exempt per FBC Section 105.2. However, zoning setbacks and ISR limits still apply.
Replacing an existing driveway in the same footprint with no changes to the curb cut is generally exempt from permit requirements.
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