Registry
Commercial
Commercial tenant build-out
Interior build-out of a commercial space.
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Who can pull the permit
- CGCCertified General Contractor
- CBCCertified Building Contractor
Subs under the prime's permit: EC, ER, CFC, RF, CAC, CMC, RA
Decision — first matching row wins
| # | When | Permit | Type | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | otherwise | yes | Building — Commercial Alteration (with MEP subs, fire review) | Commercial alterations require full plan review including fire and accessibility; change of use adds zoning/occupancy review. |
Inputs the rule needs
- change_of_useChange of occupancy/use?
Documents (base)
- Owner authorization / signed permit application (owner or agent signature, notarized where the authority requires)
- Signed & sealed architectural + MEP drawings
- Fire sprinkler/alarm drawings where applicable
- Accessibility (FBC-A) compliance
- Notice of Commencement — recorded with the Clerk of Court and a certified copy (or notarised statement of filing) given to the building department BEFORE the first inspection. Statutory floor is a direct contract over $5,000 (FS 713.135(1)(e)); HVAC repair/replace under $15,000 exempt; lien-law protection applies above $2,500 (FS 713.02(5)). Authorities differ: Collier applies $2,500 (Bulletin B-44, pool checklist) and charges a $5 NOC admin fee; Lee will not ISSUE the permit until the NOC is recorded ($5,000+); Fort Myers, Bonita, Fort Myers Beach $5,000; Marco Island / Sanibel per statute (posted on site before first inspection)
- Contractor registration current with the county (license, GL insurance, workers' comp or exemption on file)