Tampa Building Permits

The Tampa Construction Services Division manages residential permitting through the Accela portal. Florida's strict 2026 hurricane-load and wind resistance codes apply city-wide.

🏛 City of Tampa Construction Services Division 📅 Updated April 2026

Tampa Permitting Note: A recorded Notice of Commencement (NOC) is mandatory for any project with a valuation exceeding $2,500 ($15,000 for HVAC) before the first inspection can occur.

Project Types in Tampa

Fence PermitREQ FOR WALLS · 6FT MAX REAR Deck Permit$200+ · HURRICANE LOAD RULES Roof Replacement Permit$150 MIN · NOC REQ > $2,500 Kitchen Remodel Permit$500+ · REQUIRED FOR MEP Bathroom Remodel Permit$500+ · REQUIRED FOR PLUMBING HVAC Permit$175+ · NOC REQ > $15,000 Shed PermitEXEMPT < 120 SQ FT · $210 MIN Electrical Panel Permit$175+ · REQUIRED FOR UPGRADES Pool Permit$600+ · REQUIRES 4FT BARRIER ADU Permit$1.5K+ · 950 SQ FT MAX (LOCAL)