Shed permit rules in Tallahassee, FL — also referred to as storage shed, backyard shed, or accessory building regulations — set size limits, setbacks, and when a building permit is required.
Tallahassee regulates residential accessory structures through the Land Development Code and Florida Building Code. Sheds under 200 square feet may be exempt from building permits. Larger structures require permits and must meet setback requirements.
Small accessory structures under 200 square feet and one story may be exempt from building permit requirements under the Florida Building Code, but must comply with zoning setbacks. Structures must be placed in rear or side yards with minimum setbacks from property lines. They cannot exceed height limits for the zoning district. Structures over 200 square feet require building permits and plan review. In hurricane-prone Tallahassee, structures should be properly anchored.
Unpermitted structures receive a notice to either obtain a retroactive permit (with double fees) or remove the structure within 60 days. Fines of $100–$500 apply for non-compliance.
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