Pompano Beach, FL Building Safety: Building Permits (2026)
Key Facts
- Governing section
- § 152.03 Building Permits
- Underlying code
- Florida Building Code, adopted § 152.01
- Issuing office
- City Building Department
- Permit expiration rule
- FBC § 104.9.3, per § 152.04
- Shell permits allowed
- Yes, exterior/roof/common areas only
- Liability
- Applicant and owner jointly responsible
Summary
Pompano Beach requires a construction permit from the Building Department for every phase of a construction project before work begins, under Code of Ordinances § 152.03. Plans, a qualified applicant's signature, and the permit fee must all be submitted together before an inspector approves the work.
The Building Department shall issue construction permits, as required by Section 104 of the Florida Building Code, hereinafter referred to as permits, to the owner or agent acting on behalf of the owner for all phases of a construction project upon completion of the following requirements. (1) Plans and specifications for all phases of the construction project shall be submitted at the same time in accordance with Section 104.6.2 of the Florida Building Code. (2) Each application for permitting of the construction project must be submitted at the same time and shall bear the signatures of the qualified applicant, in accordance with Section 104.6 of the Florida Building Code, and bear the seal of a Notary Public, including the owner's signature, where applicable.
Official source re-checked September 7, 2026: no newer edition of the code had been published (publisher’s edition: 2026 S-122: Supplement contains: Local legislation current through 2026-35, passed 7-29-26).
Full Breakdown
03 sets the local procedure for getting a permit under it. The Building Department issues construction permits, defined as written authorization from the Building Official to proceed with construction, alteration, repairs, installation or demolition, listing every contractor authorized to work on the job. 2. 2. 06(D). 03(D) makes clear the section cannot be read to repeal or restrict FBC requirements. 3's timelines, so an inactive permit can lapse and force a fresh application.
Violations & Fines
Working without an issued permit, or contrary to Section 104 of the Florida Building Code, is a violation of § 152.01. Each day a violation continues is a separate offense; conviction can bring a fine, imprisonment, or both, per the general penalty provision at § 10.99. The Building Official may also issue a stop-work order that stays in effect until compliance is achieved, as authorized under the related § 152.06(G).
Frequently Asked Questions
What has to be submitted before Pompano Beach issues a building permit?
Can I get a permit for just the shell of a building in Pompano Beach?
How long is a Pompano Beach building permit valid?
Who is responsible if permitted work does not comply with the code?
Sources & Official References
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