Coral Springs Building Permit Requirements & Checklist 2026

Permit Types by Trade

Click any trade to expand. These are the 313 requirements we check.

General / Structural5

Building Permit

Broward County Uniform Building Permit Application (revised 11/14/2025 — NO previous version accepted after 12/1/2025)
Application signed by Contractor — signatures must be NOTARIZED
Owner signature required if construction value exceeds $2,500
Values, square footage, and quantities MUST be included on application
+ 55 more checked during analysis

Demolition Permit

Broward County Uniform Building Permit Application (revised 11/14/2025)
Two (2) copies survey showing structure to be demolished
Contractor must be registered with Coral Springs Building Division
Insurance certificates listing City of Coral Springs as certificate holder
+ 8 more checked during analysis

Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Permit

ADUs fall under Section 250129 (Accessory Structures) of Coral Springs Land Development Code
Broward County DER approval MANDATORY before city building permit application
All ADUs must meet Broward County HVHZ standards (170+ mph wind load design)
Complete building permit package required (plans, survey, NOA, NOC, etc.)
+ 6 more checked during analysis

Screen Enclosure Permit

Broward County Uniform Building Permit Application (revised 11/14/2025)
Screen Enclosure Permit Application (referenced in checklists)
Two (2) sets of plans showing enclosure dimensions, attachment details
Product approvals (NOAs) for screen enclosure system — HVHZ
+ 6 more checked during analysis

Certificate of Occupancy

Standard Certificate of Occupancy: NO CHARGE
All required inspections must be approved before CO issuance
Temporary CO (residential): $93.08 per unit per 30 days
Temporary CO (commercial/non-residential): $296.29 per 30 days
+ 4 more checked during analysis

Roofing1

Roofing Permit

Broward County Uniform Building Permit Application (revised 11/14/2025 — no previous version after 12/1/2025)
Roof/Re-Roof Checklist (Form 013.0, revised 2/29/2024)
+ 26 more checked during analysis

Electrical3

Electrical Permit

Application signed by Owner AND trade Contractor — values, SF, quantities required
Sub-trade permits do NOT require Owner signature
Two (2) copies survey/site plan/floor plan showing location and scope of work
Two (2) sets dedicated electrical plans signed/sealed by FL licensed Architect/Engineer (for service change)
+ 18 more checked during analysis

Solar Installation Permit

Broward County Uniform Building Permit Application (revised 11/14/2025)
Two (2) sets of solar installation plans signed/sealed by FL licensed engineer
Product approvals (NOAs) for all solar equipment in HVHZ
Structural analysis showing roof can support solar panel load
+ 9 more checked during analysis

EV Charger Permit

Broward County Uniform Permit Application with Electrical checked
Electrical plans showing charger location, circuit, panel capacity
Load calculations to verify panel can support additional circuit
Product approvals for EV charger equipment
+ 5 more checked during analysis

Plumbing1

Plumbing Permit

Broward County Uniform Permit Application with Plumbing checked (revised 11/14/2025)
Application signed by Owner AND trade Contractor — values, SF, quantities required
Two (2) copies survey or site plan showing location and scope of work
Two (2) sets of plans signed/sealed by FL licensed Architect/Engineer
+ 16 more checked during analysis

Mechanical / HVAC1

Mechanical/HVAC Permit

Broward County Uniform Permit Application with Mechanical checked (revised 11/14/2025)
Application signed by Owner AND trade Contractor — values, SF, quantities required
Two (2) copies survey or site plan
Two (2) sets of HVAC plans signed/sealed by FL licensed Architect/Engineer
+ 15 more checked during analysis

Windows & Doors1

Windows/Doors Permit

Broward County Uniform Building Permit Application (revised 11/14/2025)
Two (2) sets of product approvals (NOAs) for all window/door products — HVHZ zone
NOAs must be stamped/approved by architect
City supplemental NOA form required for windows, doors, louvers, shutters
+ 10 more checked during analysis

Pool & Spa1

Pool/Spa Permit

Broward County Uniform Building Permit Application (revised 11/14/2025)
Building Permit Application Zoning Addendum (Form 099.1) if exterior work
Two (2) sets of pool/spa plans signed/sealed by FL licensed engineer
Two (2) copies survey/site plan showing pool location, setbacks, lot coverage
+ 11 more checked during analysis

Fence & Driveway3

Fence Permit

Broward County Uniform Building Permit Application (revised 11/14/2025)
Building Permit Application Zoning Addendum (Form 099.1) — REQUIRED for all fence permits
Fence Installation Permit Packet (Form 030.0) — complete Coral Springs-specific packet
Two (2) copies survey/site plan showing proposed fence location
+ 9 more checked during analysis

Shed Permit

Broward County Uniform Building Permit Application (revised 11/14/2025)
Shed Permit Application Checklist (Form 059.0, revised 4/22/2024)
Two (2) copies survey/site plan showing proposed shed location
Product approvals (NOAs) for shed materials in HVHZ
+ 5 more checked during analysis

Driveway/Paver Permit

Driveway/Paver Permit Application (referenced in city checklists)
Two (2) copies survey/site plan showing proposed driveway location and dimensions
Product approvals for paver materials in HVHZ if applicable
Contractor must be registered with Coral Springs Building Division
+ 5 more checked during analysis

Marine / Waterfront2

Dock/Seawall Permit — NOT APPLICABLE

NOTE: Coral Springs is a FULLY INLAND city with no navigable waterways
NO marine construction permits (docks/seawalls) are issued by Coral Springs
Longshoreman insurance: N/A
If your project requires marine permits, it is NOT in Coral Springs — verify the correct municipality

Seawall Permit — NOT APPLICABLE

NOTE: Coral Springs is a FULLY INLAND city — no seawall permits issued
See dock permit entry for details

Fire & Safety1

Fire Sprinkler/Alarm Permit

Fire sprinkler alarm drawings with hydraulic calculations and cut sheets of ALL devices and panels
Plans signed/sealed by FL licensed engineer
Fire Review Application required for condos/multi-family
Product approvals for fire system equipment
+ 8 more checked during analysis

Signs1

Sign Permit

Broward County Uniform Building Permit Application (revised 11/14/2025)
Building Permit Application Zoning Addendum (Form 099.1) — REQUIRED for all sign permits
Sign plans with specifications, dimensions, location
Product approvals (NOAs) for sign materials in HVHZ
+ 7 more checked during analysis

Business & Admin2

Private Provider

Private Provider Program Notice to Building Official (Form 098.A, revised 11/24/2025) required
Discount: 30% off fees for plan review AND inspection
Discount: 15% off fees for inspection only
Private provider must be licensed/certified per F.S. 553.791
+ 3 more checked during analysis

Change of Contractor

Change of contractor form required
New contractor must be registered with Coral Springs Building Division
New contractor's insurance must list City of Coral Springs as certificate holder
New contractor must have valid state license or county certificate
+ 3 more checked during analysis

FAQ — Coral Springs

What documents do I need for a permit in Coral Springs?

For most permits: completed application, signed & sealed plans, site survey, product approvals (Miami-Dade NOA or FL# required since Coral Springs is HVHZ), energy calculations for HVAC, and Notice of Commencement if your job exceeds $2500. Our AI checks your package against all 313 Coral Springs-specific requirements and shows you exactly what's missing.

How do I submit a permit in Coral Springs?

Electronic preferred (7 business days review) vs Hard Copy (15 business days review) Access the portal: Coral Springs online permitting system. Phone: 954-344-1025

What are the most common reasons permits get rejected in Coral Springs?

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Is Coral Springs in the HVHZ?

Yes — Coral Springs is in a High Velocity Hurricane Zone. Every exterior product (windows, doors, roofing, shutters) must have a Miami-Dade NOA or Florida Product Approval with FL# number. Standard ICC-ES reports or generic spec sheets are NOT accepted. Our AI verifies product approval documentation automatically.

Coral Springs Permit Requirements

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