Accessory Structures in Monroe County, FL (2026)
1 rule for unincorporated Monroe County, Florida.
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Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Monroe County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.
Shed & Carport Rules
In the unincorporated Florida Keys (Monroe County), a shed is no longer exempt from permitting. Section 6-100's permit table has required a building permit for every shed since July 1, 2013, with no residential exception listed.
Shed Permit Requirement, Monroe County
Some RestrictionsMonroe County Code § 6-100
Work Requiring a Permit Residential Exceptions* S ... heds None. Effective July 1, 2013, sheds are no longer exempt from permitting per this Section.
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