IMPORTANT NOTICES:

8TH EDITION 2023 FLORIDA BUILDING CODE TRANSITION -On January 1, 2024, the 8th Edition 2023 Florida Building Code will go into effect.  All building permit application records which fall under the 7th Edition 2020 Florida Building Code, will need to be submitted by 4:00 p.m. on December 31, 2023.

RESOLUTION ADOPTING A REVISED SCHEDULE OF PERMIT FEES - Pursuant to Resolution No. 2022-15 - A revised permit fee schedule shall take effect on June 1, 2022 and shall be applicable to permit applications submitted on or after June 1, 2022.

NOTICE OF CONVENIENCE FEE - Pursuant to Resolution No. 2021-38 - Starting on April 1, 2022, a convenience fee will be imposed on credit card, charge card and debit card transactions processed through the City's Community Development software.

As of October 1, 2021, the Building Department will no longer accept paper permit applications. All applications will need to be submitted electronically. See Electronic Permit Requirements for more detail.

The Building and Code Enforcement Department facilitates effective solutions for promoting the safety, health and welfare of the citizens of the City of Venice. It administers code enforcement in relation to violations of the city's code of ordinances and provides permitting and inspection needs to residents, contractors and developers.

Permit information, inspection scheduling and payment of fees are available using the City's Online Permitting service.

Major Functions:

Permitting

Building permits are required to ensure protection of public health, safety and welfare as well as safety of emergency responders as they are affected by building construction, through structural strength, adequate egress facilities, sanitary equipment, light, ventilation and fire safety.

Plan Review

Plans and construction documents are reviewed for compliance with the current applicable codes and ordinances and are reviewed by Florida State Certified Plans Examiners. The plans review process is mandated by the Florida Building Code and can save an applicant time and money by identifying potential code violations.

Inspections

The inspections function is an important aspect of the building departments operations. The city's state-certified inspectors observe construction projects for compliance with current applicable codes and ordinances. Specialized inspectors perform detailed review of various systems, such as the air conditioning, electrical wiring and plumbing.

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Office Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Main Phone:  (941) 882-7547

eMail:  permitsonline@venicefl.gov