Building & Development
Pinellas County makes sure development proposals are in line with the comprehensive plan, enforces building and construction codes, issues permits and provides information to help with renovation and construction projects.
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Building and Development Review Services Department
Building and Development Review Services provides building permits, building inspections and code reference for unincorporated Pinellas County and six partner communities.
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Events
View All EventsDevelopment Review Committee Regular Meeting
HEARING DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE Development Review Committee (DRC) regular meetings are reviews of Variance, Type 2, Rezoning and Future Land…
PCCLB Special Magistrate Hearing
PCCLB Special Magistrate hearings are typically held at 9:00 a.m. in the Clearwater Courthouse, 315 Court Street, 5th Floor Assembly Room, Clearwater,…
Local Planning Agency
The Local Planning Agency (LPA) consists of appointed members selected from the community. It has the responsibility for making recommendations to the Board of…
Development Review Committee – Site Plan Review and Pre-Application Review
MEETING DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE Development Review Committee (DRC) site plan meetings are comment review meetings. Pre-applications meetings are concept plan…
Services
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This form is required prior to permit issuance and must be submitted and signed by the Primary Contractor (permit holder) or an…
Apply for a Building Permit
Do we serve your area? Pinellas County Building and Development Review Services department serves unincorporated areas, Belleair Beach, Belleair Shore, Indian Rocks…
Apply for a Zoning Clearance
Zoning clearance applications should be submitted through the Pinellas County Access Portal. Click the link below, then follow these steps: Create an…
Report a Drainage Issue
Pinellas County Development Review Services aims to promote development practices that work for all residents and business owners of Pinellas County and…
Request a Site Plan Pre-Application Meeting
Use the Access Portal to request a site plan pre-application meeting with Pinellas County. This meeting will help guide you through the…
Submit a Central Permit Form
The Central Permit Form is used for in-person Express Owner/Builder permits. Owner/Builder means that the Owner will be performing the construction listed…
Submit a Notice of Commencement
Notice that improvements will be made to certain real property. When this form is required, the form needs to be recorded with…
Submit an Owner/Contractor Affidavit
Affidavit filled out by owner and contractor as required by state law before being issued a building permit. Form must be signed…
Information & Resources
Building Codes and County Policies
Looking for Code Enforcement? Find common enforcement codes here. Building Codes Pinellas County Building Policies
BDRS Forms & Permit Applications
Service Area: Unincorporated Pinellas County Complete the following forms to apply for a permit: Certification Checklists Forms, Letters, Requirements and Procedures To…
Code Enforcement Services and Common Code Violations
Pinellas County Code Enforcement investigates violations of county ordinances in the unincorporated areas of the County. Verify your jurisdiction through the My…
Contractor Licensing Department
The Contractor Licensing Department manages the business of the Pinellas County Construction Licensing Board (PCCLB). The PCCLB has been licensing contractors, enforcing…
Habitat Permit & Environmental Compliance
Trees and native vegetation provide beneficial public resources. It’s crucial to protect our natural ecosystem by maintaining adequate tree numbers, replanting vegetation,…
Project Management
Project Management Team Our dedicated Project Management team is a diverse group with a broad range of technical knowledge and skills that…
Site Engineering, Grading and Drainage
Grading and drainage means the proper routing of rainfall runoff to its ultimate discharge point. This could mean anything from directing roof…
Stormwater Manual
The Pinellas County Stormwater Manual (see PDF) provides a comprehensive, responsible approach to stormwater design and management in Pinellas County. The Board…
Pinellas County offices closed Wednesday, Nov. 11, for Veterans Day
Pinellas County Government offices will be closed on Wednesday, Nov. 11, in observance of Veterans Day. This includes departments under the Board......
Short-Term Rental Notice
All short-term rentals in Pinellas County must display a single-page notice inside the property, near the main entrance. This notice helps ensure......
Additional information on land use case for 2577 Keystone Road
Questions about Land Development notices Background on code for public posting regarding land use cases Section 138-253 (d) Posting sign. A sign......
Certificate of Occupancy & Certificate of Completion Checklists
Planning your project close-out? A Certificate of Occupancy (C.O.) or Certificate of Completion (C.O.C.) confirms that your building project complies with all......
Noise Affidavit
Use this sworn, notarized affidavit to report unreasonably loud and raucous noise by providing your contact information, the location of the noise,......
County Code Enforcement clears damaged property in interest of public safety
Pinellas County has demolished a fire-damaged home in south unincorporated county, eliminating longstanding public health and safety hazards following two fires and......
Petition to Vacate Process and Guidelines
Development Review Services coordinates application requests for releases and vacations of public right of way or easements. A petition is a formal request......
Fences & Walls
Do I need a permit for my fence or wall? Permit requirements for installing or replacing a fence or wall in unincorporated......
Private Providers
Under Florida Statute 553.791, Private Providers allow property owners and contractors to hire licensed engineers, architects, or building code administrators to perform......