1225 Main Street

Sebastian, Florida 32958

(772) 589-5537

Open 8:00 A.M. TO 4:30 P.M., Monday through Friday

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BUILDING DEPARTMENT MISSION STATEMENT

Our mission is to effectively promote and provide professional plan review, permitting and inspection of building construction to ensure a safe built environment for all those who live and work in the City of Sebastian.

The Building Department ensures compliance with all state and local codes to protect the health, safety and welfare of our residents. Our professional and courteous staff is available to assist you with your construction project.

The Building Department provides the following services:

• Perform plan reviews, issue building permits and perform inspections for all construction including: Single-family residences, commercial buildings, additions, alterations, repairs, swimming pools, screen enclosures, fences, storage sheds, re-roofs, water hook-ups, and other construction activity.

• Issuance of land clearing, grubbing, tree removal, driveway and dewatering permits.

• Contractor Licensing: All contractors who work in the city must be licensed and registered with the city. Contractors must provide licensure and proof of liability and workman’s compensation insurance or exemption.

• Business Tax Receipts are processed for businesses located within city limits.

The Florida Building Code 2010 edition effective date is March 15, 2012.
Ultimate Wind Speeds obtained from Figures 1609 A, B, C of the Florida Building Code for Risk Categories I, II, III and IV using Exposures B, C or D will be applicable in accordance with the provisions as set forth in section 1609.4 of the FBC.

If you have any questions to the above wind speed requirements please contact the Building Department for clarification.

Click here to view a slide show of the Highlights to the New 2010 Florida Building Code Changes. Presented by the Building Department on March 8th 2012.

Important Notice:

Due to City mandated furlough days, the Building Department and the rest of City Hall will be CLOSED on the following days:

There will be no inspections performed on these days. You must schedule the day before to receive an inspection for the next business day after the furlough day.

We apologize for any inconveniences

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