Building Guides

The Basics

• Obtaining a Permit (PDF)
• When and Why Do I Need a Permit? (PDF)
• Responsibility of the Building Department (PDF)
• Use of Licensed Design and Construction Professionals (PDF)
• Florida Construction Lien Law (PDF)

Building & Trade Construction Basics

• Mobile and Modular Homes: What are the Differences? (PDF)
• Hurricane Mitigation Retrofits for Single-Family Homes (PDF)
• Window Systems (PDF)
• Roofing and Roofing Materials (PDF)
• Deck Construction Guide (PDF)
• Electrical Systems (PDF)
• Ventilation and Air Conditioning (AC) Systems (PDF)
• Water Heaters (PDF)