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* This website is currently being updated. The information posted on this website is a general guideline for the application of permits. There may be other requirements needed for certain permits that are not currently listed on this website. For additional information, please call: 941-743-1201.*

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Electric Residential can be issued using "On-Line Permitting"
Required Forms, Documents, and Fee Schedule:	Over the Counter Trade Permit - Combo Electrical - Owner/Builder Affadavit - if owner
Notes:	Residential permit is issued immediately. Commercial must go through review. Someone will have to be home to allow the Inspector inside. For a service change, you will have to set a time to coordinate with F.P.L. for re-connect.
Inspections Required & Inspection Code Numbers:	* The inspections posted on the website are a general guideline. Inspections that are required may vary from structure to structure and are determined at the time of Plans Review. It is suggested that a call be placed to inspection dispatch (941.743.1204 or 941.743.1205) before concrete is poured, any work is covered up, or if there are any questions regarding inspections to ensure that correct inspections are scheduled. * AIRS Brochure Electrical Rough - 300 (If applicable) Conduit Inspection - 283 (If applicable) Electrical Final - 935

Electric -Temporary Pole
Required Forms, Documents, and Fee Schedule:	Over the Counter Trade Permit - Combo
Notes:	Temporary poles are for construction purposes only per NEC 305-3A. If an Electric Temporary Pole is needed before a permit is issued on the building structure, an additional permit will be required. Otherwise, the electrical temporary service inspection can be made off the building structure permit number. The requirements for the Electric Temporary Pole are the use of a 4 x 4 pressure treated post with two (2) braces. The service is built according to the NEC.
Inspections Required & Inspection Code Numbers:	* The inspections posted on the website are a general guideline. Inspections that are required may vary from structure to structure and are determined at the time of Plans Review. It is suggested that a call be placed to inspection dispatch (941.743.1204 or 941.743.1205) before concrete is poured, any work is covered up, or if there are any questions regarding inspections to ensure that correct inspections are scheduled. * AIRS Brochure Electrical Final - 935

Fences - Commercial or Residential Corner Lots
Required Forms, Documents, and Fee Schedule:	Application Owner/Builder Affidavit - if owner Notice of Commencement - if job value is $2,500 or more. 2 Sets of Site Plans 2 Survey
Notes:	A Zoning review and fee is required for residential and commercial lots. A Fire review will be required for commercial lots. Easements and height requirements may dictate fence placement.
Inspections Required & Inspection Code Numbers:	* The inspections posted on the website are a general guideline. Inspections that are required may vary from structure to structure and are determined at the time of Plans Review. It is suggested that a call be placed to inspection dispatch (941.743.1204 or 941.743.1205) before concrete is poured, any work is covered up, or if there are any questions regarding inspections to ensure that correct inspections are scheduled. * AIRS Brochure Zoning Final - 965 (unless concrete is involved for other than post holes) Fire Final - 937 (If Commercial)

Fire Alarm
Required Forms, Documents, and Fee Schedule:	Fire Application Notice of Commencement - if job value is more than $2,500 Subcontractor Worksheet - if applicable 3 Sets of Site Plans & Specifications
Notes:	A Fire Alarm Technician shall be on site to assist the Fire Marshall. A review will be performed by Fire. This work must be done by a licensed fire contractor not by an owner/builder.
Inspections Required & Inspection Code Numbers:	* The inspections posted on the website are a general guideline. Inspections that are required may vary from structure to structure and are determined at the time of Plans Review. It is suggested that a call be placed to inspection dispatch (941.743.1204 or 941.743.1205) before concrete is poured, any work is covered up, or if there are any questions regarding inspections to ensure that correct inspections are scheduled. * AIRS Brochure Fire Final - 937

Fire Sprinkler
Required Forms, Documents, and Fee Schedule:	Fire Application Notice of Commencement - if job value is $2,500 or more Subcontractor Worksheet - if applicable 3 Sets of Site Plans & Specifications
Notes:	Reviewed by Fire Plans Examiner. Cannot be done by an owner - must use a licensed Fire Sprinkler contractor.
Inspections Required & Inspection Code Numbers:	* The inspections posted on the website are a general guideline. Inspections that are required may vary from structure to structure and are determined at the time of Plans Review. It is suggested that a call be placed to inspection dispatch (941.743.1204 or 941.743.1205) before concrete is poured, any work is covered up, or if there are any questions regarding inspections to ensure that correct inspections are scheduled. * AIRS Brochure Fire Sprinkler - 372 (Underground pipe and pressure test) Fire Sprinkler - 372 (Sprinkler pipe, head location and pressure test) Fire Final - 937

Fire Wall
Required Forms, Documents, and Fee Schedule:	Application Notice of Commencement - if job value is more than $2,500 3 Sets of Plans
Notes:	Underwriter's Laboratories (U. L.) Fire Listing of wall is required. Reviews will be performed by Zoning, Fire and Building Plans Examiners.
Inspections Required & Inspection Code Numbers:	* The inspections posted on the website are a general guideline. Inspections that are required may vary from structure to structure and are determined at the time of Plans Review. It is suggested that a call be placed to inspection dispatch (941.743.1204 or 941.743.1205) before concrete is poured, any work is covered up, or if there are any questions regarding inspections to ensure that correct inspections are scheduled. * AIRS Brochure Building Rough - 200 Building Final - 925 Fire Final - 937 (wall must be mudded and taped)

Foundation Only Permit (Commercial) - Must Have Approval of Building Official
Required Forms, Documents, and Fee Schedule:	Application Notice of Commencement - if job value is $2,500 or more Subcontractor Worksheet - if applicable Owner/Builder Affadavit - if owner 3 Sets of Foundation Plans Special Foundation Form signed by the Building Official
Notes:	A Building Plan Review will be required.
Inspections Required & Inspection Code Numbers:	* The inspections posted on the website are a general guideline. Inspections that are required may vary from structure to structure and are determined at the time of Plans Review. It is suggested that a call be placed to inspection dispatch (941.743.1204 or 941.743.1205) before concrete is poured, any work is covered up, or if there are any questions regarding inspections to ensure that correct inspections are scheduled. * AIRS Brochure Termite Inspection - 110 Building Slab - 201 Plumbing Rough - 700 Building Footer - 230 Conduit, Underground - 283 HARV Rough, Underground - 402

Fuel Tanks & Pumps
Required Forms, Documents, and Fee Schedule:	Trade Permit - Fire Notice of Commencement - if job value is more than $2,500 3 Sets of Site Plans
Notes:	Reviews will be performed by Right-Of-Way, Zoning, Fire and Building Plans Examiners. In Ground tanks only require a Fire review. A licensed contractor must be used to install Fuel Tanks & Pumps.
Inspections Required & Inspection Code Numbers:	* The inspections posted on the website are a general guideline. Inspections that are required may vary from structure to structure and are determined at the time of Plans Review. It is suggested that a call be placed to inspection dispatch (941.743.1204 or 941.743.1205) before concrete is poured, any work is covered up, or if there are any questions regarding inspections to ensure that correct inspections are scheduled. * AIRS Brochure Inspection is performed by the Fire Inspector. Building Slab – 201 (if installed) Pressure Test above ground Piping Pressure Test Dead men and cables in ground Back fill, sand or pea gravel Fire Final - 937

Garage
Required Forms, Documents, and Fee Schedule:	Application Notice of Commencement - if job value is $2,500 or more Owner/Builder Affadavit - if owner Subcontractor Worksheet - if applicable 3 Sets of Site Plans (1 for Right-Of-Way) 2 Sealed Surveys (less than 1 year old) 2 Sets of Signed and Sealed Plans or Engineering, if constructed of aluminum 2 Sets of Window and Door Specifications 2 Sets of Truss Layouts
Notes:	Reviews will be performed by Right-Of-Way, Zoning, and Building Plans Examiners. If the garage is attached to an existing residence, a roofing contractor must be listed on the subcontractor sheet. The general contractor can only perform roof work if the garage is detached.
Inspections Required & Inspection Code Numbers:	* The inspections posted on the website are a general guideline. Inspections that are required may vary from structure to structure and are determined at the time of Plans Review. It is suggested that a call be placed to inspection dispatch (941.743.1204 or 941.743.1205) before concrete is poured, any work is covered up, or if there are any questions regarding inspections to ensure that correct inspections are scheduled. * AIRS Brochure Building Rough - 200 Building Slab - 201 Electric Rough - 300 Roof Dry In - 501 Line & Grade - 810 Pipe Inspection (Right-Of-Way) - 814 Right-Of-Way Final - 985 Electric Final - 935 Roof Final - 955 Building Final - 925

Heat Pump For Pool Heater Residential can be issued using "On-Line Permitting"
Required Forms, Documents, and Fee Schedule:	Application Over the Counter Trade Permit - Combo Owner/Builder Affidavit- if owner
Notes:	A Heat pump pool heat permit is issued immediately. All re-inspection fees must be paid prior to finals.
Inspections Required & Inspection Code Numbers:	* The inspections posted on the website are a general guideline. Inspections that are required may vary from structure to structure and are determined at the time of Plans Review. It is suggested that a call be placed to inspection dispatch (941.743.1204 or 941.743.1205) before concrete is poured, any work is covered up, or if there are any questions regarding inspections to ensure that correct inspections are scheduled. * AIRS Brochure HARV Final - 945

Hood Suppression
Required Forms, Documents, and Fee Schedule:	Over the Counter Trade Permit - Fire Notice of Commencement - if job value is $2,500 or more 3 Sets of Plans Hood Specifications
Notes:	The valuation amount must be on the application. A Fire review will be performed. Installation cannot be done by an owner/builder. It must be done by a licensed fire contractor.
Inspections Required & Inspection Code Numbers:	* The inspections posted on the website are a general guideline. Inspections that are required may vary from structure to structure and are determined at the time of Plans Review. It is suggested that a call be placed to inspection dispatch (941.743.1204 or 941.743.1205) before concrete is poured, any work is covered up, or if there are any questions regarding inspections to ensure that correct inspections are scheduled. * AIRS Brochure Fire final - 937

Hurricane Shutters
Required Forms, Documents, and Fee Schedule:	Application Notice of Commencement - if job value is $2,500 or more 2 Floor Plans window and door sizes that are being shuttered 2 Sets of manufacturer’s specifications subcontractor sheet - if applicable
Notes:	The valuation amount must be on the application. A review will be performed by Plans Examiners. If electric, a separate electrical permit must be submitted.
Inspections Required & Inspection Code Numbers:	* The inspections posted on the website are a general guideline. Inspections that are required may vary from structure to structure and are determined at the time of Plans Review. It is suggested that a call be placed to inspection dispatch (941.743.1204 or 941.743.1205) before concrete is poured, any work is covered up, or if there are any questions regarding inspections to ensure that correct inspections are scheduled. * AIRS Brochure Windborne Debris Final - 918 Electrical Final - 935 (if applicable) Building Final - 925

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