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 EventsBoard of Adjustment and Appeals Hearing
The Board of Adjustment and Appeals (BOAA) is a volunteer board appointed by the Board of County Commissioners. The BOAA reviews nonconforming…
Development 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…
Canceled – 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…
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,…
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View All ServicesAdd 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
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…
Submit an Envelope Leakage Test Report
Use this form to submit an envelope leakage test report, also known as a blower door test, which is required for new......
Submit Flood Damage Prevention Substantial Improvement Disclosure
This form, required by Pinellas County Building and Development Review Services, is signed by the owner and contractor to acknowledge their responsibilities......
Submit an Architect/Engineer Fuel Gas Certification
This certificate of evaluation is filled out by engineer certifying that construction or individual items like an unlisted gas appliance meets the......
Submit a Fuel Gas Testing Certification
This certification is submitted  by a contractor to certify that the policy and procedures were completed for the leak testing when only......
Submit Irrevocable Letter of Credit for Work within the ROW or Easement
An example of an Irrevocable Letter of Credit for work within the right of way or easement....
Submit Nonconversion Acknowledgement for Certain Structures in the Floodplain
Form required by structure owner in a new or substantially improved structure in a special flood hazard area acknowledging that the lowest......
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......
Submit Cash Completion Bond for Work Within ROW or Easements
Use this form to submit a cash completion bond with Pinellas County for work within right of way or easements....
Submit Commercial Grease Hood Performance Test Results
Use this form to submit your commercial grease hood performance test results, as required by Florida Building Code’s Mechanical Code. How to......
Apply for Construction in a Flood Zone
This application is required to start construction in a flood zone in Pinellas County. More flood zone information. How to submit: Mail......