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.

December 9, 2024

Code Enforcement Special Magistrate Hearing

Code Enforcement Special Magistrate hearings are typically held on the 2nd Monday of every month at 9:00 a.m. in the Clearwater Courthouse,…

5th Floor Assembly Room, Pinellas County Courthouse
December 9, 2024

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee (DRC) is established pursuant to Section 138-64, Pinellas County Land Development Code (LDC), to review and analyze certain…

Utilities Building
December 11, 2024

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…

5th Floor Assembly Room, Pinellas County Courthouse
December 16, 2024

Code Enforcement Special Magistrate Hearing

Code Enforcement Special Magistrate hearings are typically held on the 2nd Monday of every month at 9:00 a.m. in the Clearwater Courthouse,…

5th Floor Assembly Room, Pinellas County Courthouse

Add a Subcontractor

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

Building permit applications should be submitted using the Pinellas County Access Portal. View Access Portal Instructions & FAQs. Find more information about…

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…

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Building Codes and County Policies

Looking for Code Enforcement? Find common enforcement codes here. Building Codes Pinellas County Building Policies

BDRS Forms & Permit Applications

For questions and concerns, please contact us at (727) 464-3888, or through our Live Chat feature in the footer of this page….

Common Enforcement Codes and Questions

The following summaries will help you identify and understand different sections of the Pinellas County Code. These codes apply to unincorporated Pinellas…

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…

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BOAA Results for 1/5/22

Results of the Jan. 5, 2022, meeting of the Board of Adjustment and Appeals....

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Notice of Commencement Form

PDF form for Notice of Commencement (NOC), giving notice that improvements will be made to certain real property in accordance with Section 713.13 of the Florida Statutes....

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Local Technical Amendments to the Florida Building Code

Pinellas County has added local requirements to the Florida Building Code. You can view them on the PCCLB website....

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Zoning and Land Use Data

Zoning and land use designations can have a major impact on property and property values. That’s why it’s a good idea to......

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Utilization Permit Application

PDF form to apply for a Utilization Permit from Pinellas County Building & Development Review Service for construction in the Right of Way....

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Maintenance Irrevocable Letter of Credit for Subdivisions – Sample

Authorization form to draw on a lending institution for an amount of money due to a failure to maintain improvements in accordance with Pinellas County requirements....

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Completion Irrevocable Letter of Credit for Work within the Right-of-Way or Easement – Sample

Sample of Completion Irrevocable Letter of Credit for Subdivision when owner/developer has has failed to construct the improvements within the right of way or easement in accordance with Pinellas County’s requirements....

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Irrevocable Letter for Subdivision Completion – Sample

Sample of Completion Irrevocable Letter of Credit for Subdivision when owner/developer has has failed to construct the subdivision improvements in accordance with Pinellas County’s requirements....

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Subdivision Completion Bond Sample

Sample of Completion Bond document for a subdivision after the owner/developer has applied for approval of a plat of a certain area of land....

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Right-of-Way Maintenance Bond Sample

Sample document of maintenance bond for work within right-of-way or easements, where owner certifies improvements were made pursuant to the permit and its accompanying plans and specifications....

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