Notice of new permit application processing standard
Permit applications whose scope of work will include disturbing land and will require erosion control devices such as silt fence, inlet protection, turbidity barrier, etc. must have those protections in place and inspected prior to issuance of a building permit. To schedule an Erosion Control inspection call 407-599-3329. Schedule inspections 24 hours in advance.
See Chapter 58 – Land Development Code, Article V. – Environmental Protection Regulations, Divison 4. – Soil Erosion and Sedimentation Control for more information.
ATTENTION ELECTRICAL/PLUMBING/GAS/MECHANICAL PERMIT APPLICANTS
This permit requires a owner’s signature on the application or contract for standalone permits. Stand alone permits with a valuation of more than $2500 for Electrical/Plumbing/Gas and more than $7500 for Mechanical require a recorded notice of commencement.
Permit Application Forms
- Building Permit Application
- Demolition Application and Affidavit
- Early Start Authorization Application
- Electric Service Requirements Application
- Electrical Permit Application
- Excavation and Landfill Permit Application
- Gas Installation Card
- Generator Permit Application, Checklist & Guidelines
- Mechanical Permit Application
- Motion Photography Production Permit
(All film and photography permitting is processed through Orlando Film Commission.) - Owner Builder Affidavit (Statement of Fact)
- Plumbing, Gas, Septic Tank and Sewer Work Application
- Product Approval Cover Sheet
- Tent & Events Under a Tent Permit Application (handled by Fire-Rescue Department)
- Test Report – Envelope Leakage
- Test Report – Duct Leakage
- Well Permit (handled by Orange County)
Checklists
- Low Density Residential (R-2) or Medium Density Multiple Family (R-3) – New Construction, Addition or Major Alteration Checklist
- Low Density Residential (R-2) or Medium Density Multiple Family (R-3) – Minor Exterior or Interior Alteration Checklist
- Multifamily (R-4) or Commercial Buildings – New Construction, Addition or Major Alteration Checklist
- Multifamily or Commercial Building – Minor Alteration and Change of Occupancy Checklist
- Single Family Residence – New Construction, Addition or Major Alteration
- Single Family Residence – Minor Exterior or Interior Alteration (No Addition)
- Single Family Residential – Plan Submittal Application Checklist (Handled by Public Works Department)
- Solar PhotoVoltaic Systems Permit Checklist
- Swimming Pool and Spa (Permit Applicant Checklist)
- Swimming Pool, Spa, and Hot Tub Safety Form
- Urban Forestry Checklists
Festivals
Please access festival applications and rules via the Events Permitting page.
Guides & Guidelines
Guides
- Commercial & Multi-family Permitting Procedure Guide (Flow Chart, Checklists, Application, Florida Product Approval, Notice of Commencement, Inspections, Certificate of Occupancy)
- One & Two Family residential Permitting Procedure Guide
- Signing and Sealing for Online Permitting Guide
Guidelines
- Boathouse or Dock
- Door and/or Window Replacement
- Generator Permit Application Checklist & Guidelines
- Miscellaneous Construction, Non-structural Repairs, Stucco, Siding, Soffit and Fascia Installation
- New Mechanical Equipment Installation
- Pool Demolition Permit Submittal and Inspection Guidelines
- Residential Mechanical Equipment Change Outs
- Swimming Pools and Spas
- Signs
- Welcome, Contractor Guidelines
- Fence Guidelines
Estate & Garage Sales
Register & apply for a permit
Once registered, search for Garage/Estate Sale Application.
Fee
$10 residents
$ 5 residents 60 years & up
Zoning Calculation Sheets
For any questions regarding residential zoning requirements, please contact the Planning & Zoning Department at planning@cityofwinterpark.org or 407-599-3290.
Miscellaneous
- Address Change/Addition Request
- Application Solicitation Permit
- Apply for an Event Permit
- Backyard Chickens Adjacent Property Owner Consent Form
- Blower Door Requirements
- Building Moving Permit Application
- Change of Contractor Packet
- Deed Restriction – Guest House
- Deed Restriction – Front, Rear & Side Porches
- Easement Vacate Request Instructions
- Hold Harmless Agreement
- Power of Attorney
- Public Performance Zone Temporary Designation Application
- Roof Dry-in Affidavits
- Telecommunications Provider Registration
- Notice of Commencement
- Notice of Commencement can be recorded through our department. A recording fee is charged. They can also be obtained at 109 E. Church Street, 3rd Floor, Suite 300, Orlando; Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. For questions, please call 407-836-5115.