Broward County generally requires building permits for sheds. Small accessory structures may be exempt if under a certain size threshold (typically 100 square feet), but Florida Building Code requirements apply. Sheds must meet wind-load requirements for hurricane zones.
Broward County follows the Florida Building Code, which has stricter requirements than many states due to hurricane exposure. Most shed installations require a building permit. Very small sheds (typically under 100 square feet depending on the municipality) may be exempt, but this varies. All sheds must meet wind-load requirements for the applicable wind zone — Broward County is in a High-Velocity Hurricane Zone (HVHZ). This means sheds must be anchored to resist wind uplift. Sheds must comply with zoning setbacks, typically 5-7.5 feet from property lines. Maximum height for accessory structures is typically 15 feet. Sheds cannot be in the front yard. The permit application requires site plans showing the shed location and may require product approval documentation for prefabricated sheds.
Building a shed without a required permit can result in fines of $250-$500 per day, requirement to obtain a retroactive permit, and potential removal if the structure doesn't meet wind-load requirements.
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