Converting a garage into living space in Dunedin requires building permits, zoning compliance, and replacement parking under Chapter 103 zoning and Chapter 105 design standards.
A garage-to-living-space conversion is treated as a change of use and remodel under Dunedin's Land Development Code. Owners must obtain a building permit covering structural, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing work, and the converted area must meet Florida Building Code occupancy and egress requirements. Zoning at Chapter 103 sets the number of required off-street parking spaces, so converting a garage typically requires providing replacement parking elsewhere on site. Conversions cannot create a separate dwelling unit unless ADU rules in 103-23.31 are satisfied. Plans must demonstrate compliance with setbacks, lot coverage, and finish-floor elevation.
Unpermitted garage conversions can trigger stop-work orders, code citations, daily fines, and required restoration of the garage and parking.
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