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1. How many sets of plans do I need to submit for review?

Two set of plans are needed.

2. Do my plans have to be signed and sealed?

Most plans must be signed and sealed by an architect or engineer. Contact Central Permitting at (727) 847-8126 for information on exceptions.

3. How do I know if my job is in unincorporated Pasco County?

Property location can be determined through the Property Appraiser's Office files or Central Permitting can verify it for you by calling (727) 847-8126.

4. What permit fees are required?

The permit fees include review fees from each of the nine departments (Building, Zoning, Planning, Engineering, Public Utilities, Health, Fire, and Environmental Protection) which review your plans according to their established criteria. In addition, the actual building permit fee is assessed according to the total cost of the project. Impact fees are also assessed by the Planning Division. Information on impact fees may be obtained by calling (727) 847-8126. - Commercial

5. What is the purpose of a plan review meeting?

Pre-application review meetings are a service provided by the Pasco County Building Construction Services Department to architects and engineers that would like a preliminary review of proposed projects in Pasco County. These meetings are intended to aid the design professional in identifying code issues prior to plan submittal to streamline the review and permit process. To schedule a meeting, please contact Jeff Blaskvitch.

6. Multi-Family, Office, Commercial and Industrial Permitting

These procedures apply to permits for commercial, industrial, institutional, professional and multi-family (three or more dwelling units on a single parcel) structures, including additions and alterations to these:

7. Commercial Review Checklist

Fee Schedules
A plan submittal fee must be paid when plans are submitted. Applicants will be notified of all comments prior to permit issuance. Comments may be viewed online on the Building E-Services web page. When the permit is issued, the applicant pays for the building permit fee and any other applicable fees, and impact fees are assessed. The impact fees are required to be paid prior to Power Release or Certificate of Occupancy.
Building Permit Application Review Status

8. Plan Review Meetings

Pre-application review meetings are a service provided by the Pasco County Building Construction Services Department to architects and engineers that would like a preliminary review of proposed projects in Pasco County. These meetings are intended to aid the design professional in identifying code issues prior to plan submittal to streamline the review and permit process. To schedule a meeting contact Jeff Blaskvitch.