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789 Providence Blvd  Brooksville, FL 34601
(352) 754-4050     Fax (352) 754-4416
 
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Hernando County Development
Department provides online
application and issuance of
permits for Licensed Contractors
who have obtained a user name
and password and set up an
escrow account.


Use the System to:

Check Inspection Results

Issue a Permit
Authorized Permit Types Only


Find Parcel Zoning

Find Building Permit
History by Parcel

Schedule an Inspection

Check Property Zoning
Inspection Scheduling by Phone
Automated Permit Inspection
Management System

Use a touch tone telephone to
schedule inspections, check
the status of a completed
inspection, check the status
and fees due for an application.

 

Welcome

FLORIDA BUILDING CODE 2010
Building plans submitted on or after March 15, 2012 will be
reviewed under Florida Building Code 2010.
Important code change highlights

IMPORTANT INFORMATION NOTICE
ELECTRICAL


Section 2705 and the exception regarding GFCI protection of swimming pool
equipment has been deleted from the 2010 Florida Building Code.

GFCI protection of pool equipment must comply with section 680.22(B) of the 2008 National Electric Code... "Outlets supplying pool pump motors from branch circuits with short-circuit and ground-fault
protection rated 15 or 20 amperes, 125 volt or 240 volt, single phase, whether by receptacle or direct connection, shall be provided with ground-fault circuit- interrupter protection for personnel."

***IMPORTANT NOTICE ***
REINSTATEMENT OF IMPACT FEES
Ordinance No. 2013-1 was passed by the Board of County Commissioners on January 8, 2013,
reinstating impact fees for Parks, Capital Facilities, and Fire and Emergency Services.  (Effective August 14, 2013)
< click here for details >

***IMPORTANT NOTICE ***
REROOFING PERMITS INSPECTION AFFIDAVIT

< Click Here for Reroofing Inspection Affidavit >

**IMPORTANT NOTICE**
"SINKHOLE INVESTIGATIONS PERMIT REQUIRED"
EFFECTIVE JUNE 27, 2011
(packet includes application, engineer/geologist registration, and guidelines)
<click here for details>

NOTICE
FLOOD INSURANCE REFORM ACT OF 2012

Key provisions of the legislation will require the NFIP to raise rates to reflect true flood risk, make the program more financially stable,
and change how Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) updates impact policyholders.
<CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS>

 

Office on Providence Blvd

The mission of the Building Division is to promote the health, safety, and welfare of the residents of Hernando County through efficient and effective implementation of building codes and County regulations.

Objectives

  • Issue building and zoning permits for construction projects in Hernando County.

  • Conduct inspections of building, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical work at various stages of construction.

  • Issue and maintain contractor licenses.

  • Process the initial review of residential applications within five working days, and process the initial review of completed commercial applications with fifteen working days.

  • Adopt and enforce the Florida Building Code.

Florida Product Approval
Pursuant to the Florida Building Code, the following categories of products must be approved under the Florida Product Approval System:

  • Panel Walls
  • Exterior Doors
  • Roofing Products
  • Skylights
  • Windows
  • Shutters
  • Structural Components
  • New and Innovative Building Envelope Products

Hernando County requires completed "Product Approval" forms for these categories submitted with your plans and building permit application for new construction or remodeling of existing habitable structures. Failure to submit the required forms will delay plan review of your permit.
Download the Product Approval Form ---> 

Schedule your inspections Online! Save  money and time by setting up an Escrow Account.  

  • Brooksville Office
    (352) 754-4050
     

APPLICATIONS & INFORMATION

CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITY DISTURBING ONE ACRE OR MORE

Information for Homeowners,
Contractors, and Businesses

 
Homeowner Information

Information for Businesses

Landscape FAQ's
 
Online Applications
 
Florida Construction
Lien Law

Permit Card Instructions

Letter of Map Changes - FEMA Validation List

 Information on Sinkholes 
 
 
 
 BBB Alerts
 
Frequently Asked Questions

Listings of Contractors Licensed in Hernando County

Available on BLDSYS Reports
(click the link below)

Automated Reports

View Contractor Reports


(Internal Link for County Network Users)

Publications
 

Safety Barrier Guidelines
for Home Pools

Safety Barrier Guidelines for Home Pools

Residential Pool
Safety

Residential Swimming Pool Safety

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