How to Check Your Martin County Building Permit Status
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The Frame
Residents and contractors can track the progress of construction projects online and must prepare for new state-mandated rules starting July 1, 2026.
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Property owners
They must use the online portal to track permit status and will be subject to new exemption rules starting July 2026.
Contractors
They are subject to the new permit exemption rules and their names can be used to search for permit records.
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Key Facts
- New building permit exemption rules under Florida HB 803 take effect on July 1, 2026.
- Residents can check permit status online via the Accela Citizen Access portal without needing a login.
- To search for a permit, users need a record number, house number/street name, or the name of the contractor/professional.
- The search process requires navigating to Advanced Search > Search Records / Applications > Building within the portal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need an account to check my permit status?
What information do I need to look up a permit?
Summary
Why It Matters
Residents and contractors can track the progress of construction projects online and must prepare for new state-mandated rules starting July 1, 2026.
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Discoveries
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Upcoming Permit Exemption Changes
The county is proactively notifying residents of state-level changes to building permit exemptions that will take effect in mid-2026.
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Sources
www.martin.fl.us
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