Orange County Storm Repair and Permit Guide

• •Permits are required for roof repairs, structural repairs, window/door replacements, electrical system repairs, plumbing repairs, mechanical system repairs, new or replacement fences, accessory structures, and swimming pool repairs.
• •Permits are not required for minor cosmetic repairs like painting, flooring, drywall patching, replacing broken glass in existing frames, or temporary protective measures like tarps.
• •Permit applications can be submitted online via the FastTrack.ocfl.net portal.
• •Storm-related permits for roofing, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing are processed within 24 hours if the application is complete.
• •Larger projects, such as demolition or major alterations, receive priority processing if the applicant identifies the work as storm-related.
• •Work performed without a permit may lead to insurance coverage issues, difficulty selling a property, and potential code compliance fines.
• •Hiring an unlicensed contractor may leave the property owner liable for injuries occurring on the job site.
• •Permit fees are based on project value and capacity, payable through the FastTrack system.
• •The Board of County Commissioners may vote to implement fee reductions or waiver periods following a storm event.
• •Floodplain permits are required for any building work located within a designated floodplain.
• •Repairs to seawalls, docks, or boathouses require both a building permit and an Environmental Protection Division review.

Residents and business owners must obtain permits for most structural, electrical, and plumbing repairs to ensure safety, maintain insurance eligibility, and avoid future code compliance fines.

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