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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BCC Assembly Room, 5th Floor, Pinellas County CourthousePCCLB 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,…
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…
Code Enforcement Special Magistrate Hearing
BCC Assembly Room, 5th Floor, Pinellas County CourthouseServices
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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
Building permit applications should be submitted using the Pinellas County Access Portal. View Access Portal Instructions & FAQs. Find more…
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
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…
Procedures and Guidelines for Multi-Family Mortgage Revenue Bonds Program
Document detailing application procedures and guidelines for the Multi-Family Mortgage Revenue Bonds Program under the Housing Finance Authority of Pinellas County....
Old Palm Harbor Design Review Manual
Manual detailing history, standards and procedures for property owners who are rehabilitating properties in the Old Palm Harbor-Downtown Zoning District and the Downtown Palm Harbor Historic District....
Window / Door Replacement and/or Impact Shutter Permit Form and Layout Diagram
PDF form to apply for a permit to replace a window or door and/or install an impact shutter. A Layout Diagram that identifies and locates each replacement Window/Door or Shutter install must be provided with this Permit Form....
PCCLB Special Act CHAPTER, 75-489 LAWS OF FLORIDA
2018 Special Act creating the Pinellas County Construction Licensing Board to regulate the construction industry and ensure public health, safety and welfare....
PCCLB Budget Resolution
Pinellas County Construction Licensing Board `resolution for the FY19-20 budget....
Pay a Fee in Pinellas County Access Portal
Step-by-step instructions to pay a fee in the Pinellas County Access Portal....
Schedule an Inspection in Access Portal
Visit the Pinellas County Access Portal and follow the step-by-step instructions below to schedule an inspection....
Searching for a Record with an Account in the Pinellas County Access Portal
Step-by-step instructions for how to search for a record with a Pinellas County Access Portal account....
Searching for a Record without an Account in Access Portal
Step-by-step instructions for how to search for a record without a Pinellas County Access Portal account....
Upload a Verification Document in Access Portal
Step-by-step instructions on how to upload a document attachment for verification in Pinellas County Access Portal....