Building Construction Services
How to Obtain a Building Permit for construction of a Single Family Home
Preparation - Building Preparation - Fees & Requirements - Permitting Process
Building Preparation
The following information must be submitted for review:
Permit Application:
All information must be completed, except zoning classification, flood zone and map page. The legal description of the property must be provided along with the Parcel I.D. number. Residential Building Application Packet (includes Building Application and Data Summary Sheet)
Survey:
Two signed and sealed surveys, less than a year old along with topographical survey.
Site Plans:
Three site plans showing the proposed structure(s), the setbacks from the structure to the property lines, seawall, or mean highwater line to the structure, any easements on the property, and street names. Include one site plan for ROW review showing proposed driveway.
Subcontractor Worksheet:
Complete if property owner/contractor is hiring a subcontractor to perform any electric, plumbing, roofing, etc. Remember, if you are entering into a contract with an individual to perform work, the individuals are required to be a licensed contractor with the Charlotte County Licensing Office. To verify a contractor's license, contact the licensing Department at 743-1209 Subcontractor Worksheet
Fire Hydrant Affidavit:
Notarized affidavit stating public access to water and fire hydrants. Fire Hydrant Affidavit
Construction Plans:
Two complete signed and sealed construction plans including truss layouts/conventional framing details.
Energy Calculations:
Two sets of signed energy calculations including Manual J. Make sure both owner agent and preparer's signatures are completed and one extra coversheet is submitted for the state.
Tree Affidavits:
"No Tree Affidavit", "Tree Preservation", :Tree Removal". A site plan showing the sizes, species and location of the trees being removed and preserved must be submitted with the Tree Preservation or Tree Removal Forms. If you choose to preserve trees, you will be required to install barricades around the trees and obtain a barricade inspection prior to clearing. If you choose not to preserve trees, you must plant sufficient trees to meet required tree points prior to obtaining a final building inspection.
Englewood Fire District Receipt:
If the property is located within the Englewood Fire District, a receipt for payment from the Englewood Fire District is required.
Septic Tank Permit:
Permits are issued through Building Construction Services, 743-1201. Question about septic tanks should be directed to Environmental Health Department at 743-1266.
Owner/Builder Affidavit:
A completed/notarized affidavit stating the owner's permitting responsibilities. Owner/ Builder Statement
Pre-application Fee:
A non-refundable partial application fee is required at the time of submittal.
