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Kissimmee, FL Building Safety: Electrical Permits (2026)

Some Restrictions
Compiled from the official code textEditor Martyn O'NeillLast verified September 2026

Key Facts

Governing sections
§ 9-186; § 9-294(5)
Minimum permit fee
$19.00
No permit obtained
$100 fee + doubled charge
Wiring standard
Florida Building Code & NFPA 70

Summary

Kissimmee requires a paid city permit for electrical work under the state building code, and every occupied building's wiring must meet the Florida Building Code and NFPA 70, the National Electrical Code.

On all electrical work requiring a permit, as set forth by the state building code, fees shall be paid as required at the time of filing applications, in accordance with the following schedule: Minimum permit issuance $19.00, Service Up to 200 amps $25.00, Outlet and electrical fixture (each) $0.30. ... Every occupied building shall be provided with an electrical system in compliance with the requirements of the Florida Building Code and National Fire Prevention Association (NFPA) 70, as may be amended from time to time.

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Official source re-checked September 7, 2026: no newer edition of the code had been published (publisher’s edition: Code of Ordinances: Supplement 5).

Full Breakdown

Chapter 9, Division 8 requires a City of Kissimmee permit for electrical work requiring one under the state building code, with fees set at § 9-186, a $19 minimum, $25 for most fixtures, services, and appliance circuits, and $0.30 per outlet. Starting work before obtaining the permit costs a $100 penalty plus a doubled fee under § 9-188. Separately, § 9-294(5) requires every occupied building's electrical system to comply with the Florida Building Code and National Fire Protection Association 70 (the National Electrical Code), as amended, a state standard the city has adopted but not modified locally.

Violations & Fines

Unpermitted electrical work draws a $100 fee plus a doubled permit charge under § 9-188; missed inspections cost $250, and hazards found under § 9-294 must be corrected on order of the designated official.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Kissimmee require an electrical permit for new wiring?
Yes. Any electrical work requiring a permit under the state building code needs a city permit and inspection, per § 9-186's fee schedule.
What electrical code does Kissimmee use?
The state-adopted Florida Building Code plus NFPA 70 (the National Electrical Code), per § 9-294(5); Kissimmee hasn't written its own separate electrical code.

Sources & Official References

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