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Permitting Services To Schedule Your Inspection, Please call our 24 Hour Inspection Request Line (850) 595-3592 3300 N. Pace Blvd., Ste 300 Pensacola, Florida 32505 Ph: (850) 595-3550 Fax: (850) 595-3512 Items of Interest Florida Building Code Contractor Licensing Plans Review *"It is our desire to operate a permitting system that is unparalleled in it's clarity and customer service." You will probably need a permit if you are considering doing any of the following:* Building a new building Adding to an existing building Renovating an existing building Demolishing an existing building Erecting a prefabricated structure Mobile home setup Installing/Modifying other miscellaneous structures including fences, pools, decks, fireplaces, etc. NOTICE TO PERMIT APPLICANTS Escambia County is required to comply with Florida Construction Lien Laws and all applicable state laws concerning construction permit applications and permit issuance. A completed application is required before we can assign you a permit number. A completed application requires the notarized signature of the contractor making application. If you need notary assistance, we will be happy to provide this when a technician is available. A NOTICE OF COMMENCEMENT IS REQUIRED FOR ANY WORK WITH A COST OF $2500 AND ABOVE. HVAC CHANGEOUTS ONLY REQUIRE A NOTICE OF COMMENCEMENT WHEN THE JOB COST IS $7500 AND ABOVE. Click here for Frequently Asked Questions Permitting Application Forms & Information Download the latest version of Adobe Reader The following application forms must be printed and hand-delivered, mailed, or (depending on the form) faxed back to the Building Inspections Department. We are currently unable to accept forms via e-mail. A separate building permit is required for each individual building. BUILDING: (New Construction or Alterations) Building Permit Application Building Permit Application - ROOFING/SIDING/DOORS/WINDOWS/SHUTTERS Roofing Inspection Affidavit Sign Permit Application Swimming Pool Permit Application Packet Change of Use or Occupancy Guidelines Notice to Property Owner Owner-Builder Disclosure Statement Notice Of Commencement NOTICE OF COMMENCEMENT RECORDING GUIDELINES Telecommunications Tower Application Submittal Guidelines Plans Review Application Threshold Building Guidelines Lawn Storage Sheds Guidelines and FAQ'S Lawn Storage Shed Standard Construction Details Scope of work Land Use Certificate for a fence installation Address Request form Pocket Penetrometer Test ELECTRICAL: Building Permit Application - ELECTRICAL Building Permit Application - ELECTRICAL SECURITY SYSTEMS Temporary Electrical Power Application & Guidelines PLUMBING-GAS-MECHANICAL FORMS: Building Permit Application - MECHANICAL Building Permit Application - PLUMBING Building Permit Application - GAS Florida Building Code Mechanical Certification FIRE SAFETY FORMS: Air Supported and Air Inflated Structures Plan Submittal Checklist Dry Chemical System Inspection Checklist Fire Alarm Permit Application Fire Alarm Systems Plan Submittal Checklist Fire Service Main Plan Submittal Checklist Fire Sprinkler Systems Plan Submittal Checklist Fire Watch Fireworks Exhibition Application Checklist Standpipe System Plan Submittal Checklist Supplemental Information For Cooking Operations During Special Events Tent Permit Site Plan Submittal Checklist Wet Chemical System Plan Submittal Checklist Fire Safety Permit Application Special Event Permit Applicati on MISCELLANEOUS FORMS: Contractor Letter of Authorization Request for Extension Check-Off List For Commercial Permits Check-Off List For Residential Permits Change of Occupancy Guidelines Noise Ordinance Waiver Change of Contractor Form Contractor Notice of Termination Release of Lien, Contractor Permitting Fee Estimate Please fill out this questionnaire in order to receive an estimate of permitting fees. Completed forms should be faxed to 850/595-3403. It is only necessary to fill out relevant sections but please fill out as completely as possible. * For Plans Review Sufficiency Checklists go to Plans Review webpage. ESCROW ACCOUNTS: Escrow Account Application This application is used to apply for a Contractor Escrow Account. The purpose of an Escrow Account is for depositing money into an account, allowing contractors to fax in their permit applications. This is only for all repetitive permits that do not need any land use certification or plans review. The establishment of an escrow account requires a minimum $310 deposit; $10 of which is a fee for setting up the account. Complete instructions and procedures regarding escrow accounts are contained on the two page application form. NOTE: This form must be hand-delivered or mailed.