Licenses and Permits
Before fixing up your home or property, make sure you or your contractor have the necessary permits and licenses.
Always hire a licensed contractor. It’s the law.
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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 the communities of Belleair Beach, Belleair Bluffs, Belleair Shore, Indian Rocks Beach, Kenneth City, Oldsmar and Safety Harbor. The department also reviews land development applications in accordance with the County’s Land Development Code.
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Contractor Licensing Department
The Contractor Licensing Department manages the business of the Pinellas County Construction Licensing Board. We license contractors to ensure workers in the county have the skills required to perform their work, monitor contractors' liability and workers' compensation insurance to protect citizens and enforce Florida and County statutes and ordinances.
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View All ServicesApply for a Building Permit
Building permit applications should be submitted using the Pinellas County Access Portal. Use the button below, then follow these steps: Check your…
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…
Information & Resources
Apply for an Express Permit (licensed contractors), Pay Fees, Schedule an Inspection in Access Portal
Step-by-step instructions on how to apply for a permit, pay fees and schedule an inspection in Pinellas County Access Portal.
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.
Consumer Protection – Contracting
The following construction and home improvement contractors are required to be licensed or registered with the Pinellas Construction Licensing Board: Contractors: Alarm…
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…
Tips for Choosing a Contractor
Choosing a contractor for a home improvement project can be overwhelming. Here are a few tips to help you. Verify that the…
For Residents of Unincorporated Pinellas
Unincorporated refers to property not within city limits. Services for unincorporated areas, as well as some services for incorporated areas, are provided......
Mangroves
Mangroves are protected by the State’s Mangrove Trimming and Preservation Act and cannot be trimmed unless you qualify for an exemption or......
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......
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. The following is a list of general requirements. If you......
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......
Building Frequently Asked Questions
The following is a list of commonly asked building questions for the unincorporated areas of Pinellas County. If you live in one......
Construction Contractors
Human Services Spotlight Series #8 Protecting Pinellas Residents from Unlicensed Contractors In April 2017, a Pinellas County homeowner entered into a written......