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 seven partner communities.
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Events
View All EventsCode 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,…
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…
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,…
Development Review Committee – Site Plan Review and Pre-Application Review
HEARING DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE Development Review Committee (DRC) site plan meetings are comment review meetings. Pre-applications meetings are concept plan…
Services
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
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…
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…
Roofing Inspection Policies
In-Progress Inspections All re-roofing projects must have an in-progress inspection, which allows us to review the underlayment and / or final roofing......
Residential Swimming Pools
Section 424.2 requires all new private swimming pools be constructed with specific safety features to help prevent drowning. Section 424.2.6.6 requires all......
Code Enforcement
Pinellas County Code Enforcement is responsible for enforcing codes in the unincorporated areas of our county. If you live in one of......
Requirements for Attaching Plywood for Window Protection
Wood structural panels with a minimum thickness of 7 / 16 inch (11.1 mm) and a maximum span of 44 inches (1118......
Building Permit and Inspection Utilization Report
Fiscal Year 2019 Per Florida Statute 553.80, you can review our permit cost and utilization data for 2019. We provide this information......
Unincorporated Permit Requirements
Learn what projects do and don't require a permit for locations in unincorporated Pinellas County....
Residential Plan Review Requirements
Pinellas County Building Services uses a comprehensive checklist for all plan reviews. View Commercial Plan Review Requirements. The following is a list......
Retrofitting Your Home for Hurricanes
There are a few different areas where you can retrofit your home to make it more hurricane resistant. Two critical actions you......
Picking a Contractor
If you are planning to have work done that requires a building permit, it’s important to select a qualified contractor to perform......
Building Codes and County Policies
Looking for Code Enforcement? Find common enforcement codes here. Building Codes Pinellas County Building Policies...