# Which Broward and Palm Beach towns publish a permit rule for common home jobs?
We read the published permit sources of 72 Broward and Palm Beach jurisdictions for seven common home jobs, and the tables below show what each one's own source (or, for some Broward towns, the county's rule) says, with its link and the date we read it.

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## What did this study check?
Every jurisdiction in our permit research notes, 72 in all: 31 Broward and 39 Palm Beach cities, towns and villages, plus each county's unincorporated area. For seven home jobs, we read each one's own published permit sources on 29 and 30 September 2026 and recorded what they say under one of five labels.

## How to read the labels 
Each cell holds one label, then a link to the source it rests on and the date we read it. The labels describe what a jurisdiction publishes, not what the law requires, and they are applied in this order, the first that fits:
- **Job named**: the jurisdiction's own source (its website, code, form, checklist, permit-type list, fee schedule or issued-permit report, or the building provider it names) names this job as permit work. An exemption-only mention does not establish this label. An inspection line counts only if it ties the repair to a permit.
- **General rule**: its own source states a permit rule for the wider kind of work, such as all plumbing work, swimming pools, or repairs and alterations, without naming this job. A checklist for building a new pool does not count for resurfacing.
- **County rule**: Broward towns only. The town's own sources hold neither of the above, so the cell cites the [Broward County amendments to the Florida Building Code](https://library.municode.com/fl/broward_county_board_of_rules_and_appeals/codes/the_florida_building_code?nodeId=CH1ADROCO_S105PE), which apply throughout Broward County.
- **None found**: on the check date we found no published rule from that jurisdiction naming the job or the wider kind of work. It records our search, not the law, and the link shows where we searched.
- **Not researched** (not used in this edition): we did not check this job there.

Under the label, a cell can add "exemption published", with an excerpt from the source (each list item quoted on its own; open the source for all conditions), "value cap, see source" where the source exempts some of the job below a value limit, or "threshold unreadable, see source" where the limit or its unit could not be read; the rule still comes first. We show an exemption only where the source names this job or its trade in it, so a "Job named" or "General rule" cell can still have a general small-repair exemption: open the source before you rely on a label. For plumbing, "Job named" and the CSV's names field mean operations named as permit work: repiping or fixture replacement; the CSV says which. For a roof repair in Broward, the county rule itself exempts some small roof repairs; open it. The study looks for permit rules for the job: where the only permit a town names is a zoning permit, the cell says so, and zoning or floodplain wording that never mentions a permit for the job is listed in the CSV's limits column, not counted.

## What the study found 
Counted from the 504 cells in the tables below; the two count tables give every label for every job. The labels measure how specifically each town publishes its rule, not how strict it is. Broward has a county rule that every town falls back on; Palm Beach has no matching label, and the Florida Building Code applies statewide in both.
- A/C change-out: a published rule of some kind (Job named + General rule + County rule) in 71 of 72: “Job named” in 28 of 32 Broward and 35 of 40 Palm Beach jurisdictions, “General rule” in 3 Broward and 4 Palm Beach, “County rule” in 1 Broward; “None found” in 1 of 72.
- Water heater: a published rule of some kind (Job named + General rule + County rule) in 71 of 72: “Job named” in 29 of 32 Broward and 25 of 40 Palm Beach jurisdictions, “General rule” in 2 Broward and 14 Palm Beach, “County rule” in 1 Broward; “None found” in 1 of 72.
- Plumbing (repipe or fixtures): a published rule of some kind (Job named + General rule + County rule) in 71 of 72: “Job named” in 12 of 32 Broward and 6 of 40 Palm Beach jurisdictions, “General rule” in 18 Broward and 33 Palm Beach, “County rule” in 2 Broward; “None found” in 1 of 72.
- Electrical panel or service: a published rule of some kind (Job named + General rule + County rule) in 72 of 72: “Job named” in 26 of 32 Broward and 12 of 40 Palm Beach jurisdictions, “General rule” in 5 Broward and 28 Palm Beach, “County rule” in 1 Broward; “None found” in 0 of 72.
- Pool resurfacing: a published rule of some kind (Job named + General rule + County rule) in 66 of 72: “Job named” in 5 of 32 Broward and 3 of 40 Palm Beach jurisdictions, “General rule” in 11 Broward and 31 Palm Beach, “County rule” in 16 Broward; “None found” in 6 of 72.
- Fence: a published rule of some kind (Job named + General rule + County rule) in 69 of 72: “Job named” in 30 of 32 Broward and 35 of 40 Palm Beach jurisdictions, “General rule” in 0 Broward and 2 Palm Beach, “County rule” in 2 Broward; “None found” in 3 of 72.
- Roof repair: a published rule of some kind (Job named + General rule + County rule) in 71 of 72: “Job named” in 14 of 32 Broward and 19 of 40 Palm Beach jurisdictions, “General rule” in 16 Broward and 20 Palm Beach, “County rule” in 2 Broward; “None found” in 1 of 72.

Table: Broward County: how many of the 32 jurisdictions fall under each label, by job

| Job | Job named | General rule | County rule | None found | Not researched | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A/C change-out | 28 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 32 |
| Water heater | 29 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 32 |
| Plumbing (repipe or fixtures) | 12 | 18 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 32 |
| Electrical panel or service | 26 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 32 |
| Pool resurfacing | 5 | 11 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 32 |
| Fence | 30 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 32 |
| Roof repair | 14 | 16 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 32 |

Table: Palm Beach County: how many of the 40 jurisdictions fall under each label, by job

| Job | Job named | General rule | County rule | None found | Not researched | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A/C change-out | 35 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 40 |
| Water heater | 25 | 14 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 40 |
| Plumbing (repipe or fixtures) | 6 | 33 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 40 |
| Electrical panel or service | 12 | 28 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 40 |
| Pool resurfacing | 3 | 31 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 40 |
| Fence | 35 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 40 |
| Roof repair | 19 | 20 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 40 |

## Broward County results 
Each cell links the source it rests on, with the date we read it. On a phone, swipe the table sideways to see every job; the jurisdiction column stays in place.

Table: Broward County: what each jurisdiction's own permit sources say, by job (32 jurisdictions)

| Jurisdiction | A/C change-out | Water heater | Plumbing (repipe or fixtures) | Electrical panel or service | Pool resurfacing | Fence | Roof repair |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coconut Creek | General rule; [building department page](https://www.coconutcreek.gov/sd/building-department), checked 29 Sep 2026 | General rule; [building department page](https://www.coconutcreek.gov/sd/building-department), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [building department page](https://www.coconutcreek.gov/sd/building-department), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [city code permit fees](https://library.municode.com/fl/coconut_creek/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=PTIICOOR_CH13LADECO_ARTIADREPR_DIV3IMPR_S13-38BUPE), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [building department page](https://www.coconutcreek.gov/sd/building-department), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [city code permit fees](https://library.municode.com/fl/coconut_creek/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=PTIICOOR_CH13LADECO_ARTIADREPR_DIV3IMPR_S13-38BUPE), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [city code permit fees](https://library.municode.com/fl/coconut_creek/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=PTIICOOR_CH13LADECO_ARTIADREPR_DIV3IMPR_S13-38BUPE), checked 30 Sep 2026 |
| Cooper City | Job named; [fee schedule (PDF)](https://files-backend.assets.thrillshare.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/5674/Ccc/71ac9fca-6b45-4e6e-954d-6057f4848105/Building_Permit_Fee_Schedule_2021-2022.pdf), checked 29 Sep 2026 | Job named; [fee schedule (PDF)](https://files-backend.assets.thrillshare.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/5674/Ccc/71ac9fca-6b45-4e6e-954d-6057f4848105/Building_Permit_Fee_Schedule_2021-2022.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 | County rule; [Broward amendments s105.3.1.4.4](https://library.municode.com/fl/broward_county_board_of_rules_and_appeals/codes/the_florida_building_code?nodeId=CH1ADROCO_S105PE), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [permit applications page](https://www.coopercity.gov/page/applications-submittal-forms-permitting), checked 30 Sep 2026 | County rule; [Broward amendments s105.3.1.4.13](https://library.municode.com/fl/broward_county_board_of_rules_and_appeals/codes/the_florida_building_code?nodeId=CH1ADROCO_S105PE), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [permit forms page (Fence)](https://www.coopercity.gov/page/applications-submittal-forms-permitting), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [permit forms page (Roofs and Roofing)](https://www.coopercity.gov/page/applications-submittal-forms-permitting), checked 30 Sep 2026 |
| Coral Springs | Job named; [permitting FAQ](https://www.coralsprings.gov/Government/Departments/Building/Online-Permitting-eTrakit/FAQs), checked 29 Sep 2026 | Job named; [permitting FAQ](https://www.coralsprings.gov/Government/Departments/Building/Online-Permitting-eTrakit/FAQs), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [fee schedule](https://www.coralsprings.gov/Government/Departments/Building/Fees), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [permitting FAQ](https://www.coralsprings.gov/Government/Departments/Building/Online-Permitting-eTrakit/FAQs), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [pool permit checklist (PDF)](https://www.coralsprings.gov/files/assets/public/documents/building/checklists/023.0-pool-spa-permit-application-checklist-ada.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [fence permit checklist (PDF)](https://www.coralsprings.gov/files/assets/public/documents/building/checklists/030.0-fence-and-gate-permit-application-checklist-ada.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [fee schedule](https://www.coralsprings.gov/Government/Departments/Building/Fees), checked 30 Sep 2026 |
| Dania Beach | General rule; [permit exemption page](https://www.daniabeachfl.gov/permit-exemption), checked 29 Sep 2026 | Job named; [water heater data form](https://daniabeachfl-website-forms.form.transform.civicplus.com/64979), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [permit exemption page](https://www.daniabeachfl.gov/permit-exemption), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [permit exemption page](https://www.daniabeachfl.gov/permit-exemption), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [building permit FAQ](https://www.daniabeachfl.gov/building-division?contentId=e85d6925-9ba2-4fb7-a339-a671c480d960), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [permit exemption page](https://www.daniabeachfl.gov/permit-exemption), checked 30 Sep 2026; exemption published: value cap, see source | General rule; [permit exemption page](https://www.daniabeachfl.gov/permit-exemption), checked 30 Sep 2026 |
| Davie | Job named; [A/C change-out checklist](https://www.davie-fl.gov/DocumentCenter/View/5392/AC-InstallChange-Out-Checklist), checked 29 Sep 2026 | Job named; [water heater checklist](https://www.davie-fl.gov/DocumentCenter/View/11554/Water-Heater-Checklist), checked 30 Sep 2026; exemption published: “No Plumbing Permit is required if Water Heater unit is inside a Mobile Home.” | General rule; [permit FAQ](https://www.davie-fl.gov/Faq.aspx?QID=250), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [service change checklist](https://www.davie-fl.gov/DocumentCenter/View/5974/Electrical-Service-Change-Checklist), checked 30 Sep 2026 | County rule; [Broward amendments s105.3.1.4.13](https://library.municode.com/fl/broward_county_board_of_rules_and_appeals/codes/the_florida_building_code?nodeId=CH1ADROCO_S105PE), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [fence checklist](https://www.davie-fl.gov/DocumentCenter/View/7003/Fence-Checklist), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [roofing package](https://www.davie-fl.gov/DocumentCenter/View/15265/Roofing-Package), checked 30 Sep 2026 |
| Deerfield Beach | Job named; [building services page](https://www.deerfield-beach.com/294/Building-Services), checked 29 Sep 2026 | Job named; [fee schedule (PDF)](https://www.deerfield-beach.com/DocumentCenter/View/200), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [building services page](https://www.deerfield-beach.com/294/Building-Services), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [service change procedures (PDF)](https://www.deerfield-beach.com/DocumentCenter/View/13296/Service-Change-Procedures), checked 30 Sep 2026 | County rule; [Broward amendments s105.3.1.4.13](https://library.municode.com/fl/broward_county_board_of_rules_and_appeals/codes/the_florida_building_code?nodeId=CH1ADROCO_S105PE), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [fence permit requirements](https://fl-deerfieldbeach6.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/188), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [roof permit checklist](https://fl-deerfieldbeach6.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/20481/DFB-Roofing-Checklist), checked 30 Sep 2026 |
| Fort Lauderdale | Job named; [permitting services FAQ](https://www.fortlauderdale.gov/Government/Departments/Development-Services/Permitting-Services), checked 29 Sep 2026 | Job named; [permitting services FAQ](https://www.fortlauderdale.gov/Government/Departments/Development-Services/Permitting-Services), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [permitting services FAQ](https://www.fortlauderdale.gov/Government/Departments/Development-Services/Permitting-Services), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [permitting services FAQ](https://www.fortlauderdale.gov/Government/Departments/Development-Services/Permitting-Services), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [permitting services FAQ](https://www.fortlauderdale.gov/Government/Departments/Development-Services/Permitting-Services), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [fence permit checklist (PDF)](https://www.fortlauderdale.gov/files/assets/public/v/1/development-services/documents/dsd-documents-amp-forms/fence_wall_gate-permit-package.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [roof permit package (PDF)](https://www.fortlauderdale.gov/files/assets/public/v/1/development-services/documents/dsd-documents-amp-forms/roof_permit_package.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 |
| Hallandale Beach | Job named; [A/C permit checklist](https://hallandalebeachfl.gov/DocumentCenter/View/32563/AC-Install-Change-Out-Permit-Checklist), checked 29 Sep 2026 | Job named; [permit fee booklet (PDF)](https://hallandalebeachfl.gov/DocumentCenter/View/30261/Building-Permits-Fee-Booklet), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [permit fee booklet (PDF)](https://hallandalebeachfl.gov/DocumentCenter/View/30261/Building-Permits-Fee-Booklet), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [service panel change form](https://hallandalebeachfl.gov/DocumentCenter/View/37669/Electric-Service-Panel-Change-Diagram-PDF), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [building permit FAQ](https://hallandalebeachfl.gov/Faq.aspx?QID=197), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [fence permit checklist](https://hallandalebeachfl.gov/DocumentCenter/View/32544/Fence-Permit-Packet), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [roof permit checklist](https://hallandalebeachfl.gov/DocumentCenter/View/32554/Reroof-Permit-Packet), checked 30 Sep 2026 |
| Hillsboro Beach | Job named; [A/C data sheet (PDF)](https://www.townofhillsborobeach.com/DocumentCenter/View/523), checked 29 Sep 2026 | Job named; [permit forms page](https://www.townofhillsborobeach.com/235/Building-Applications-Forms), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [fee schedule (PDF)](https://www.townofhillsborobeach.com/DocumentCenter/View/6694/HB-FEE-SCHEDULE-2026), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [panel service change form](https://www.townofhillsborobeach.com/DocumentCenter/View/6160), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [permits and regulations page](https://www.townofhillsborobeach.com/203/Permits-Regulations), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [town code fence section](https://library.municode.com/fl/hillsboro_beach/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=PTIICO_CH12LADECO_DIV5ZO_ARTXIIIADEXMO_S12-263USRE), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [roofing application (PDF)](https://www.townofhillsborobeach.com/DocumentCenter/View/534), checked 30 Sep 2026 |
| Hollywood | Job named; [A/C change-out checklist (PDF)](https://www.hollywoodfl.org/DocumentCenter/View/21390/AC-Submittal-Checklist-4-30-23), checked 29 Sep 2026 | Job named; [water heater checklist (PDF)](https://fl-hollywood2.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/22911/EXPRESS-PERMIT_COH-Water-Heater-Checklist-3-25-24), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [small-job exemption page](https://www.hollywoodfl.org/1793/Building-Permit-Exemption-House-Bill-803), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [service change checklist (PDF)](https://www.hollywoodfl.org/DocumentCenter/View/22912/EXPRESS-PERMIT_COH-Electrical-Service-Change-Checklist-8-20-24), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [permit FAQ](https://www.hollywoodfl.org/Faq.aspx?QID=438), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [fence checklist (PDF)](https://www.hollywoodfl.org/DocumentCenter/View/12791/FENCE-Checklist), checked 30 Sep 2026; exemption published: value cap, see source: [small-job exemption page](https://www.hollywoodfl.org/1793/Building-Permit-Exemption-House-Bill-803), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [roofing permit checklist (PDF)](https://www.hollywoodfl.org/DocumentCenter/View/4770/COH-Roofing-Permit-Checklist--Application-Packet-8-20-24), checked 30 Sep 2026; exemption published: “A permit is not required for the replacement of any part which does not alter its approval or make it unsafe.” |
| Lauderdale Lakes | Job named; [A/C change-out checklist (PDF)](https://www.lauderdalelakes.org/DocumentCenter/View/4519/-AC-Change-Out-Checklist), checked 29 Sep 2026 | Job named; [water heater data form (PDF)](https://www.lauderdalelakes.org/DocumentCenter/View/5511/Water-Heater-Replacement-Data-Form), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [permitting process page](https://www.lauderdalelakes.org/250/The-Permitting-Process), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [permitting process page](https://www.lauderdalelakes.org/250/The-Permitting-Process), checked 30 Sep 2026 | County rule; [Broward amendments s105.3.1.4.13](https://library.municode.com/fl/broward_county_board_of_rules_and_appeals/codes/the_florida_building_code?nodeId=CH1ADROCO_S105PE), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [homeowner information page](https://www.lauderdalelakes.org/341/Information-for-Single-Family-Homeowners), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [roof permit packet (PDF)](https://www.lauderdalelakes.org/DocumentCenter/View/5929/RoofRe-Roof-Application-Packet-8th-Edition), checked 30 Sep 2026 |
| Lauderdale-By-The-Sea | Job named; [permit forms page](https://www.lauderdalebythesea-fl.gov/531/Building-Forms-Documents), checked 29 Sep 2026 | Job named; [permit forms page](https://www.lauderdalebythesea-fl.gov/531/Building-Forms-Documents), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [fee resolution (PDF)](https://www.lauderdalebythesea-fl.gov/DocumentCenter/View/3301/Resolution-2026-25-Building-Permit-Fees), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [fee resolution (PDF)](https://www.lauderdalebythesea-fl.gov/DocumentCenter/View/3301/Resolution-2026-25-Building-Permit-Fees), checked 30 Sep 2026 | County rule; [Broward amendments s105.3.1.4.13](https://library.municode.com/fl/broward_county_board_of_rules_and_appeals/codes/the_florida_building_code?nodeId=CH1ADROCO_S105PE), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [fence permit application (PDF)](https://www.lauderdalebythesea-fl.gov/DocumentCenter/View/2962/Fence_Permit_UPDATEDNOV_2023_202310041021432083-1), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [roofing permit packet (PDF)](https://www.lauderdalebythesea-fl.gov/DocumentCenter/View/2348), checked 30 Sep 2026 |
| Lauderhill | Job named; [A/C replacement application (PDF)](https://www.lauderhill-fl.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/33955/639240257732230000), checked 29 Sep 2026 | Job named; [water heater application (PDF)](https://www.lauderhill-fl.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/33965/639240258784100000), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [building division page](https://www.lauderhill-fl.gov/departments/development-services/building), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [building division page](https://www.lauderhill-fl.gov/departments/development-services/building), checked 30 Sep 2026 | County rule; [Broward amendments s105.3.1.4.13](https://library.municode.com/fl/broward_county_board_of_rules_and_appeals/codes/the_florida_building_code?nodeId=CH1ADROCO_S105PE), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [fence permit application (PDF)](https://www.lauderhill-fl.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/33959/639240258153630000), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [roofing permit application (PDF)](https://www.lauderhill-fl.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/33963/639240258582070000), checked 30 Sep 2026 |
| Lazy Lake | County rule; [Broward amendments s105.3.1.4.11](https://library.municode.com/fl/broward_county_board_of_rules_and_appeals/codes/the_florida_building_code?nodeId=CH1ADROCO_S105PE), checked 29 Sep 2026 | County rule; [Broward amendments s105.3.1.4.4](https://library.municode.com/fl/broward_county_board_of_rules_and_appeals/codes/the_florida_building_code?nodeId=CH1ADROCO_S105PE), checked 30 Sep 2026 | County rule; [Broward amendments s105.3.1.4.4](https://library.municode.com/fl/broward_county_board_of_rules_and_appeals/codes/the_florida_building_code?nodeId=CH1ADROCO_S105PE), checked 30 Sep 2026 | County rule; [Broward amendments s105.3.1.4.5](https://library.municode.com/fl/broward_county_board_of_rules_and_appeals/codes/the_florida_building_code?nodeId=CH1ADROCO_S105PE), checked 30 Sep 2026 | County rule; [Broward amendments s105.3.1.4.13](https://library.municode.com/fl/broward_county_board_of_rules_and_appeals/codes/the_florida_building_code?nodeId=CH1ADROCO_S105PE), checked 30 Sep 2026 | County rule; [Broward amendments s105.3.1.4.18](https://library.municode.com/fl/broward_county_board_of_rules_and_appeals/codes/the_florida_building_code?nodeId=CH1ADROCO_S105PE), checked 30 Sep 2026 | County rule; [Broward amendments s105.3.1.4.10](https://library.municode.com/fl/broward_county_board_of_rules_and_appeals/codes/the_florida_building_code?nodeId=CH1ADROCO_S105PE), checked 30 Sep 2026 |
| Lighthouse Point | Job named; [permits page](https://lighthousepointfl.gov/160/Permits), checked 29 Sep 2026 | Job named; [permits page](https://lighthousepointfl.gov/160/Permits), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [permits page](https://lighthousepointfl.gov/160/Permits), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [permits page](https://lighthousepointfl.gov/160/Permits), checked 30 Sep 2026 | County rule; [Broward amendments s105.3.1.4.13](https://library.municode.com/fl/broward_county_board_of_rules_and_appeals/codes/the_florida_building_code?nodeId=CH1ADROCO_S105PE), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [permits page](https://lighthousepointfl.gov/160/Permits), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [permits page](https://lighthousepointfl.gov/160/Permits), checked 30 Sep 2026 |
| Margate | Job named; [permit requirements page](https://www.margatefl.com/198/Permit-Requirements), checked 29 Sep 2026 | Job named; [permit requirements page](https://www.margatefl.com/198/Permit-Requirements), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [permit requirements page](https://www.margatefl.com/198/Permit-Requirements), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [fee schedule (PDF)](https://www.margatefl.com/DocumentCenter/View/196/Permit-Fee-Schedule-PDF), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [permit requirements page](https://www.margatefl.com/198/Permit-Requirements), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [fence permit checklist (PDF)](https://www.margatefl.com/DocumentCenter/View/209/Fences-PDF), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [roofing permit checklist (PDF)](https://www.margatefl.com/DocumentCenter/View/213/Roof-Permit-PDF), checked 30 Sep 2026 |
| Miramar | Job named; [A/C change-out package (PDF)](https://www.miramarfl.gov/files/assets/public/v/2/buildingplanningzoning/documents/application-and-forms/ac-change-out-app.-package-fbc.pdf), checked 29 Sep 2026 | Job named; [water heater package (PDF)](https://www.miramarfl.gov/files/assets/public/v/2/buildingplanningzoning/documents/application-and-forms/water-heater-app.-package.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [exemption request form (PDF)](https://www.miramarfl.gov/files/assets/public/v/2/buildingplanningzoning/documents/application-and-forms/building-permit-exemption-request-%E2%80%93-single-family-residential.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [service change package (PDF)](https://www.miramarfl.gov/files/assets/public/v/2/buildingplanningzoning/documents/application-and-forms/elect.-service-change-app.-package.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 | County rule; [Broward amendments s105.3.1.4.13](https://library.municode.com/fl/broward_county_board_of_rules_and_appeals/codes/the_florida_building_code?nodeId=CH1ADROCO_S105PE), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [fence application package (PDF)](https://www.miramarfl.gov/files/assets/public/v/3/buildingplanningzoning/documents/application-and-forms/fence-application-package-fbc-2023.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [roofing application package (PDF)](https://www.miramarfl.gov/files/assets/public/v/3/buildingplanningzoning/documents/application-and-forms/roofing-package-fbc-2023-dec.-2024.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 |
| North Lauderdale | Job named; [A/C change-out checklist (PDF)](https://www.nlauderdale.org/AC%20CHANGE%20OUT%20CHECKLIST.pdf), checked 29 Sep 2026 | Job named; [water heater replacement form (PDF)](https://www.nlauderdale.org/WATER%20HEATER.pdf?t=202209121556300), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [plumbing permit checklist (PDF)](https://www.nlauderdale.org/CHECKLIST-%20PLUMBING.pdf?t=202412031138160), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [electrical service form (PDF)](https://www.nlauderdale.org/Electrical%20Service%20Form_Updated.pdf?t=202203221423310), checked 30 Sep 2026 | County rule; [Broward amendments s105.3.1.4.13](https://library.municode.com/fl/broward_county_board_of_rules_and_appeals/codes/the_florida_building_code?nodeId=CH1ADROCO_S105PE), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [fence and driveway checklist (PDF)](https://www.nlauderdale.org/FENCE-DRIVEWAY%20CHECKLIST.pdf?t=202412031139510), checked 30 Sep 2026; exemption published: “Any fence or wall shall not be considered a fence or wall and shall not be required to obtain a permit provided the following is met:”; “(1) The fence or wall is less than two feet in height as measured from the finished grade; and”; “(2) The fence or wall is used to define and/or protect a landscaped area, garden bed or an area which is undergoing restoration.” in [code s106-184(j)](https://library.municode.com/fl/north_lauderdale/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=PTIICOOR_CH106ZO_ARTVGESURE_S106-184FEWAHE), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [roofing permit checklist (PDF)](https://www.nlauderdale.org/Roofing%20Checklist.pdf?t=202412031140270), checked 30 Sep 2026 |
| Oakland Park | Job named; [building permitting FAQ](https://oaklandparkfl.gov/584/Building-Permitting-FAQs), checked 29 Sep 2026 | Job named; [building permitting FAQ](https://oaklandparkfl.gov/584/Building-Permitting-FAQs), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [permit exemption guidance (PDF)](https://oaklandparkfl.gov/DocumentCenter/View/16117/Permit-Exemption-Guidance), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [building permitting FAQ](https://oaklandparkfl.gov/584/Building-Permitting-FAQs), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [building permitting FAQ](https://oaklandparkfl.gov/584/Building-Permitting-FAQs), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [residential fence requirements (PDF)](https://oaklandparkfl.gov/DocumentCenter/View/15663/Residential-Fence-Requirements-PDF), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [permit exemption guidance (PDF)](https://oaklandparkfl.gov/DocumentCenter/View/16117/Permit-Exemption-Guidance), checked 30 Sep 2026 |
| Parkland | Job named; [permitting FAQ](https://www.cityofparkland.org/484/Permitting-FAQs), checked 29 Sep 2026 | Job named; [water heater replacement checklist](https://www.cityofparkland.org/DocumentCenter/View/14129), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [plumbing fixture replacement checklist](https://www.cityofparkland.org/DocumentCenter/View/14118), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [electric service change checklist](https://www.cityofparkland.org/DocumentCenter/View/14101), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [permitting FAQ](https://www.cityofparkland.org/484/Permitting-FAQs), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [fence permit checklist](https://www.cityofparkland.org/DocumentCenter/View/14104), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [permitting FAQ](https://www.cityofparkland.org/484/Permitting-FAQs), checked 30 Sep 2026; exemption published: value cap, see source |
| Pembroke Park | Job named; [fee schedule (PDF)](https://www.tppfl.gov/DocumentCenter/View/164), checked 29 Sep 2026 | Job named; [fee schedule (PDF)](https://www.tppfl.gov/DocumentCenter/View/164), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [fee schedule (PDF)](https://www.tppfl.gov/DocumentCenter/View/164), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [fee schedule (PDF)](https://www.tppfl.gov/DocumentCenter/View/164), checked 30 Sep 2026 | County rule; [Broward amendments s105.3.1.4.13](https://library.municode.com/fl/broward_county_board_of_rules_and_appeals/codes/the_florida_building_code?nodeId=CH1ADROCO_S105PE), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [submittal checklists page](https://www.tppfl.gov/192/Submittal-Checklists), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [roofing application checklist](https://www.tppfl.gov/DocumentCenter/View/970/ROOFING-APPLICATION-CHECKLIST), checked 30 Sep 2026 |
| Pembroke Pines | Job named; [A/C change-out permit checklist](https://www.ppines.com/DocumentCenter/View/26296/AC-Change-Out-Permit-Checklist), checked 29 Sep 2026 | Job named; [water heater permit checklist](https://www.ppines.com/DocumentCenter/View/26294/Water-Heater-Permit-Checklist), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [building department page](https://www.ppines.com/164/The-Building-Department), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [service and panel change checklist](https://www.ppines.com/DocumentCenter/View/26300/Electrical-ServicePanel-Change-Permit-Checklist), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [building department page](https://www.ppines.com/164/The-Building-Department), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [building department page](https://www.ppines.com/164/The-Building-Department), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [building department page](https://www.ppines.com/164/The-Building-Department), checked 30 Sep 2026 |
| Plantation | Job named; [building safety FAQ](https://www.plantation.org/government/departments/building-safety/faq), checked 29 Sep 2026 | Job named; [forms and permit requirements page](https://www.plantation.org/government/departments/building-safety/permit-services/forms-permit-requirements), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [permit submittal page](https://www.plantation.org/government/departments/building-safety/permit-services/permit-submittal), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [permit submittal page](https://www.plantation.org/government/departments/building-safety/permit-services/permit-submittal), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [pool and spa permit requirements](https://www.plantation.org/home/showpublisheddocument/7724/638899798187600000), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [permit submittal page](https://www.plantation.org/government/departments/building-safety/permit-services/permit-submittal), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [permit submittal page](https://www.plantation.org/government/departments/building-safety/permit-services/permit-submittal), checked 30 Sep 2026 |
| Pompano Beach | Job named; [A/C change-out checklist (PDF)](https://cdn.pompanobeachfl.gov/city/pages/building_inspections/submittal_checklists/AC-Change-Out.pdf), checked 29 Sep 2026 | Job named; [water heater changeout checklist](https://legacy.pompanobeachfl.gov/pages/permit_checklists?permit=water_heater_changeout), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [kitchen / bath renovation checklist](https://legacy.pompanobeachfl.gov/pages/permit_checklists?permit=kitchen_bath_renovation), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [panel replacement checklist](https://legacy.pompanobeachfl.gov/pages/permit_checklists?permit=electrical_panel_replacement), checked 30 Sep 2026 | County rule; [Broward amendments s105.3.1.4.13](https://library.municode.com/fl/broward_county_board_of_rules_and_appeals/codes/the_florida_building_code?nodeId=CH1ADROCO_S105PE), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [fence permit checklist](https://legacy.pompanobeachfl.gov/pages/permit_checklists?permit=fence), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [reroof permit checklist](https://legacy.pompanobeachfl.gov/pages/permit_checklists?permit=reroof), checked 30 Sep 2026; exemption published: “A permit is not required for minor repairs that do not affect approval or safety.” |
| Sea Ranch Lakes | General rule; [building fee schedule (PDF)](https://searanchlakesfl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Resolution-2023-04-authorizing-building-department-fees.pdf), checked 29 Sep 2026 | Job named; [building fee schedule (PDF)](https://searanchlakesfl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Resolution-2023-04-authorizing-building-department-fees.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [building fee schedule (PDF)](https://searanchlakesfl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Resolution-2023-04-authorizing-building-department-fees.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [building fee schedule (PDF)](https://searanchlakesfl.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Resolution-2023-04-authorizing-building-department-fees.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 | County rule; [Broward amendments s105.3.1.4.13](https://library.municode.com/fl/broward_county_board_of_rules_and_appeals/codes/the_florida_building_code?nodeId=CH1ADROCO_S105PE), checked 30 Sep 2026 | County rule; [Broward amendments s105.3.1.4.18](https://library.municode.com/fl/broward_county_board_of_rules_and_appeals/codes/the_florida_building_code?nodeId=CH1ADROCO_S105PE), checked 30 Sep 2026 | County rule; [Broward amendments s105.3.1.4.10](https://library.municode.com/fl/broward_county_board_of_rules_and_appeals/codes/the_florida_building_code?nodeId=CH1ADROCO_S105PE), checked 30 Sep 2026 |
| Southwest Ranches | Job named; [A/C change-out instructions (PDF)](https://www.southwestranches.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/AC-Change-out-form-Instructions_July2024.pdf), checked 29 Sep 2026 | Job named; [water heater replacement form (PDF)](https://www.southwestranches.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Policy-22-02-Water-Heater-Replacement-Data-Form.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [permit submittal requirements](https://www.southwestranches.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/PERMIT-SUBMITTAL-REQUIREMENTS1.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [permit submittal requirements](https://www.southwestranches.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/PERMIT-SUBMITTAL-REQUIREMENTS1.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 | County rule; [Broward amendments s105.3.1.4.13](https://library.municode.com/fl/broward_county_board_of_rules_and_appeals/codes/the_florida_building_code?nodeId=CH1ADROCO_S105PE), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [fence permit application (PDF)](https://www.southwestranches.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/FENCE-APPLICATION.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [permit fee schedule (PDF)](https://www.southwestranches.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/RESO-2026-031-1.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 |
| Sunrise | Job named; [permitting process page](https://www.sunrisefl.gov/residents/the-permitting-process), checked 29 Sep 2026 | Job named; [water heater permit checklist](https://www.sunrisefl.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/10730/639209251125070000), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [fixture replacement checklist](https://www.sunrisefl.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/10716/639209251417400000), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [electrical panel checklist](https://www.sunrisefl.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/10700/639209243935630000), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [pool permit checklist](https://www.sunrisefl.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/10754/639209256262730000), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [fence permit checklist](https://www.sunrisefl.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/10746/639209257813400000), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [roof permit checklist](https://www.sunrisefl.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/10756/639209255976600000), checked 30 Sep 2026 |
| Tamarac | Job named; [permit fee schedule (PDF)](https://www.tamarac.org/DocumentCenter/View/9569), checked 29 Sep 2026 | Job named; [home improvements FAQ](https://www.tamarac.gov/m/faq?cat=45#question-288), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [fee schedule (PDF)](https://www.tamarac.gov/DocumentCenter/View/9569), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [permit forms directory](https://www.tamarac.gov/1678/Forms-and-Supporting-Documents), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [fee schedule (PDF)](https://www.tamarac.gov/DocumentCenter/View/9569), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [permit forms directory](https://www.tamarac.gov/1678/Forms-and-Supporting-Documents), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [permit forms directory](https://www.tamarac.gov/1678/Forms-and-Supporting-Documents), checked 30 Sep 2026 |
| West Park | Job named; [A/C change-out checklist](https://www.cityofwestpark.org/home/showpublisheddocument/828/638774673793330000), checked 29 Sep 2026 | General rule; [permit fee schedule](https://www.cityofwestpark.org/home/showpublisheddocument/1361/638423065753400000), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [permit fee schedule](https://www.cityofwestpark.org/home/showpublisheddocument/1361/638423065753400000), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [electrical service checklist](https://www.cityofwestpark.org/home/showpublisheddocument/588/637879455940800000), checked 30 Sep 2026 | County rule; [Broward amendments s105.3.1.4.13](https://library.municode.com/fl/broward_county_board_of_rules_and_appeals/codes/the_florida_building_code?nodeId=CH1ADROCO_S105PE), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [fence permit requirements](https://www.cityofwestpark.org/home/showpublisheddocument/590/637879455945800000), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [roof and re-roof permit package](https://www.cityofwestpark.org/home/showpublisheddocument/1073/638478422749770000), checked 30 Sep 2026 |
| Weston | Job named; [quick permit page](https://www.westonfl.org/government/building-code-services/how-to-apply-for-a-quick-permit), checked 29 Sep 2026 | Job named; [quick permit packet (PDF)](https://www.westonfl.org/home/showpublisheddocument/4725/639189502728030000), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [permit exemptions page](https://www.westonfl.org/government/building-code-services/building-permit-exemptions-for-residential-properties), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [quick permit page](https://www.westonfl.org/government/building-code-services/how-to-apply-for-a-quick-permit), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [quick permit packet (PDF)](https://www.westonfl.org/home/showpublisheddocument/4725/639189502728030000), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [quick permit packet (PDF)](https://www.westonfl.org/home/showpublisheddocument/4725/639189502728030000), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [permit exemptions page](https://www.westonfl.org/government/building-code-services/building-permit-exemptions-for-residential-properties), checked 30 Sep 2026 |
| Wilton Manors | Job named; [A/C change-out checklist](https://www.wiltonmanors.gov/DocumentCenter/View/7555/AC-Changeout-100522), checked 29 Sep 2026 | Job named; [water heater replacement form](https://www.wiltonmanors.gov/DocumentCenter/View/7655/BORA-Policy-22-02-Water-Heater-Replacement-Data-Form), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [residential renovation permit checklist](https://www.wiltonmanors.gov/DocumentCenter/View/3882/Residential-Renovation-Addition-022723), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [electrical service change checklist](https://www.wiltonmanors.gov/DocumentCenter/View/3870/Electrical-Service-Change-022723), checked 30 Sep 2026 | County rule; [Broward amendments s105.3.1.4.13](https://library.municode.com/fl/broward_county_board_of_rules_and_appeals/codes/the_florida_building_code?nodeId=CH1ADROCO_S105PE), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [fence checklist](https://www.wiltonmanors.gov/DocumentCenter/View/3871/Fences-2272023), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [roof and re-roof checklist](https://www.wiltonmanors.gov/DocumentCenter/View/3884/Roof-New-and-Re-Roof-62723), checked 30 Sep 2026 |
| Broward County (unincorporated) | Job named; [permitting packet (PDF)](https://www.browardcdn.org/api/public/content/7e2e94c4fc8749f287b2f6c4446606a6?v=40859bc4), checked 29 Sep 2026 | Job named; [permitting packet (PDF)](https://www.browardcdn.org/api/public/content/7e2e94c4fc8749f287b2f6c4446606a6?v=40859bc4), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [permitting packet (PDF)](https://www.browardcdn.org/api/public/content/7e2e94c4fc8749f287b2f6c4446606a6?v=40859bc4), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [permitting packet (PDF)](https://www.browardcdn.org/api/public/content/7e2e94c4fc8749f287b2f6c4446606a6?v=40859bc4), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [building permits page](https://www.broward.org/Building/BuildingPermits/Pages/BuildingPermits.aspx), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [permitting packet (PDF)](https://www.browardcdn.org/api/public/content/7e2e94c4fc8749f287b2f6c4446606a6?v=40859bc4), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [permitting packet (PDF)](https://www.browardcdn.org/api/public/content/7e2e94c4fc8749f287b2f6c4446606a6?v=40859bc4), checked 30 Sep 2026 |

## Palm Beach County results 
Same labels and layout as the Broward table. On a phone, swipe the table sideways to see every job.

Table: Palm Beach County: what each jurisdiction's own permit sources say, by job (40 jurisdictions)

| Jurisdiction | A/C change-out | Water heater | Plumbing (repipe or fixtures) | Electrical panel or service | Pool resurfacing | Fence | Roof repair |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlantis | Job named; [permit forms page](https://www.atlantisfl.gov/157/Forms), checked 29 Sep 2026 | General rule; [building department page](https://www.atlantisfl.gov/156/Building-Department), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [building department page](https://www.atlantisfl.gov/156/Building-Department), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [city building code](https://library.municode.com/fl/atlantis/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=PTIICOOR_CH4BUBURE_ARTIIBUCO_S4-22LOAMCH1ADFLBUCOAD), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [permits page](https://atlantisfl.gov/204/Permits), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [permits page](https://atlantisfl.gov/204/Permits), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [permits page](https://atlantisfl.gov/204/Permits), checked 30 Sep 2026 |
| Belle Glade | Job named; [permitting documents page](https://www.belleglade.gov/building/page/permitting-documents), checked 29 Sep 2026 | None found; searched: [permitting documents page](https://www.belleglade.gov/building/page/permitting-documents), checked 30 Sep 2026 | None found; searched: [permitting documents page](https://www.belleglade.gov/building/page/permitting-documents), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [city electrical code](https://library.municode.com/fl/belle_glade/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=PTIICOOR_CH7BUBURE_ARTIIIELCO_DIV2PEIN_S7-56PERE), checked 30 Sep 2026 | None found; searched: [permitting documents page](https://www.belleglade.gov/building/page/permitting-documents), checked 30 Sep 2026 | None found; searched: [permitting documents page](https://www.belleglade.gov/building/page/permitting-documents), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [reroof mitigation form (PDF)](https://www.belleglade.gov/media/4256), checked 30 Sep 2026 |
| Boca Raton | Job named; [mechanical HVAC checklist (PDF)](https://www.myboca.us/DocumentCenter/View/251/Mechanical-HVAC-PDF), checked 29 Sep 2026 | Job named; [water heater checklist (PDF)](https://www.myboca.us/DocumentCenter/View/262/Water-Heater-Changeout-PDF-), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [plumbing piping checklist (PDF)](https://www.myboca.us/DocumentCenter/View/269/Plumbing-Piping-Fixtures-PDF-), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [electrical service checklist (PDF)](https://www.myboca.us/DocumentCenter/View/264/Electrical-Service-Work-PDF-), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [user fee schedule (PDF)](https://www.myboca.us/DocumentCenter/View/6645), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [city building code](https://library.municode.com/fl/boca_raton/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=VOII_CH19BURE_ARTIIIPEPNSACFE_DIV1PE_S19-66PEADREFOWO), checked 30 Sep 2026; exemption published: value cap, see source: [small-job exemption form](https://www.myboca.us/DocumentCenter/View/43896/Residential-Permit-Exemption-Form-), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [roof supplemental package (PDF)](https://www.myboca.us/DocumentCenter/View/413/Roof-Supplemental-Package-PDF-), checked 30 Sep 2026 |
| Boynton Beach | Job named; [A/C change-out form](https://www.boynton-beach.org/DocumentCenter/View/1309/Air-Conditioner-Change-Out-Form), checked 29 Sep 2026 | Job named; [water heater change-out form](https://www.boynton-beach.org/DocumentCenter/View/1310/Water-Heater-Change-Out-Form), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [local building code amendments](https://www.boynton-beach.org/DocumentCenter/View/1277/Boynton-Beach-local-Amendment-2023-FBC-Building-chapter-1), checked 30 Sep 2026; exemption published: “As Determined by The Building Official”; “3. The replacement of common household plumbing fixtures to existing supply lines and outlets in one- and two-family dwellings. This does not include water heaters, bathtubs, or showers.” | Job named; [electrical service change checklist](https://www.boynton-beach.org/DocumentCenter/View/4203/RESIDENTIAL-ELECTRICAL-SERVICE-CHANGE), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [local building code amendments](https://www.boynton-beach.org/DocumentCenter/View/1277/Boynton-Beach-local-Amendment-2023-FBC-Building-chapter-1), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [zoning permit rule (land development regulations)](https://codehub.gridics.com/us/fl/boynton-beach#/90e80a62-7a17-4cf4-b590-496c754010b1), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [local building code amendments](https://www.boynton-beach.org/DocumentCenter/View/1277/Boynton-Beach-local-Amendment-2023-FBC-Building-chapter-1), checked 30 Sep 2026; exemption published: value cap, see source |
| Briny Breezes | Job named; [building permit packet (PDF)](https://www.brinybreezes.us/editor_upload/File/Building%20Permit%20Application%20%26%20Process_2026.pdf), checked 29 Sep 2026 | Job named; [building permit packet (PDF)](https://www.brinybreezes.us/editor_upload/File/Building%20Permit%20Application%20%26%20Process_2026.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [building permit packet (PDF)](https://www.brinybreezes.us/editor_upload/File/Building%20Permit%20Application%20%26%20Process_2026.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026; exemption published: “Minor repair of existing plumbing”; “Replacement of existing electric appliances and fixtures (Replacement of any gas appliance requires a permit)”; “Disposals”; “Sinks”; “Toilets” | Job named; [building permit packet (PDF)](https://www.brinybreezes.us/editor_upload/File/Building%20Permit%20Application%20%26%20Process_2026.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 | None found; searched: [building permit packet (PDF)](https://www.brinybreezes.us/editor_upload/File/Building%20Permit%20Application%20%26%20Process_2026.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [building permit packet (PDF)](https://www.brinybreezes.us/editor_upload/File/Building%20Permit%20Application%20%26%20Process_2026.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [building permit packet (PDF)](https://www.brinybreezes.us/editor_upload/File/Building%20Permit%20Application%20%26%20Process_2026.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 |
| Cloud Lake | None found; searched: [town documents page](https://cloudlakefl.us/documents), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [town code permit fee section](https://library.municode.com/fl/cloud_lake/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=PTIICOOR_CH4BUBURE_ARTIINGE_S4-1FE), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [town code permit fee section](https://library.municode.com/fl/cloud_lake/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=PTIICOOR_CH4BUBURE_ARTIINGE_S4-1FE), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [town code of ordinances](https://library.municode.com/fl/cloud_lake/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=PTIICOOR_CH4BUBURE_ARTIINGE_S4-1FE), checked 30 Sep 2026 | None found; searched: [town website](https://cloudlakefl.us/), checked 30 Sep 2026 | None found; searched: [town code fence section](https://library.municode.com/fl/cloud_lake/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=PTIICOOR_CH28ZO_ARTIINGE_S28-10GEPRSUDIRE), checked 30 Sep 2026 | None found; searched: [town code of ordinances](https://library.municode.com/fl/cloud_lake/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=PTIICOOR_CH4BUBURE_ARTIINGE_S4-1FE), checked 30 Sep 2026 |
| Delray Beach | Job named; [building permit applications page](https://www.delraybeachfl.gov/government/city-departments/development-services/building/building-permit-applications), checked 29 Sep 2026 | Job named; [building permit applications page](https://www.delraybeachfl.gov/government/city-departments/development-services/building/building-permit-applications), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [permit fee schedule (PDF)](https://www.delraybeachfl.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/4658/636752099271970000), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [permit fee schedule (PDF)](https://www.delraybeachfl.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/4658/636752099271970000), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [building FAQ](https://www.delraybeachfl.gov/government/city-departments/development-services/building/faq), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [permit fee schedule (PDF)](https://www.delraybeachfl.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/4658/636752099271970000), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [building FAQ](https://www.delraybeachfl.gov/government/city-departments/development-services/building/faq), checked 30 Sep 2026 |
| Glen Ridge | Job named; [HVAC efficiency form](https://www.townofglenridgefl.com/media/871), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [permit application form](https://www.townofglenridgefl.com/media/941), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [building permit information page](https://www.townofglenridgefl.com/building/page/building-permit-information), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [permit application form](https://www.townofglenridgefl.com/media/941), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [permit application form](https://www.townofglenridgefl.com/media/941), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [common town ordinances page](https://www.townofglenridgefl.com/towncouncil/page/common-town-ordinances), checked 30 Sep 2026; publication chain: [town refers to the county list](https://www.townofglenridgefl.com/media/1236), checked 30 Sep 2026; exemption published: value cap, see source: [county list referred to by the town](https://discover.pbcgov.org/pzb/PDF/AboutUs/PermitReqdBrochure.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [permit application form](https://www.townofglenridgefl.com/media/941), checked 30 Sep 2026; publication chain: [town refers to the county list](https://www.townofglenridgefl.com/media/1236), checked 30 Sep 2026; exemption published: value cap, see source: [county list referred to by the town](https://discover.pbcgov.org/pzb/PDF/AboutUs/PermitReqdBrochure.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 |
| Golf | Job named; [permit fee schedule (PDF)](https://www.villageofgolf.org/media/2201), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [permit fee schedule (PDF)](https://www.villageofgolf.org/media/2201), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [permit fee schedule (PDF)](https://www.villageofgolf.org/media/2201), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [permit fee schedule (PDF)](https://www.villageofgolf.org/media/2201), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [permit fee schedule (PDF)](https://www.villageofgolf.org/media/2201), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [building permits page](https://www.villageofgolf.org/building), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [building permits page](https://www.villageofgolf.org/building), checked 30 Sep 2026 |
| Greenacres | Job named; [A/C change-out package (PDF)](https://www.greenacresfl.gov/DocumentCenter/View/2389/AC-Change-Out-Package), checked 29 Sep 2026 | Job named; [water heater checklist (PDF)](https://www.greenacresfl.gov/DocumentCenter/View/395/Water-Heater), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [permit application form](https://www.greenacresfl.gov/DocumentCenter/View/2402/Greenacres-Permit-Application), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [permit application form](https://www.greenacresfl.gov/DocumentCenter/View/2402/Greenacres-Permit-Application), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [permit application form](https://www.greenacresfl.gov/DocumentCenter/View/2402/Greenacres-Permit-Application), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [city code fence section](https://library.municode.com/fl/greenacres/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=PTIIGRCO_CH16ZORE_ARTIVSUDIRE_DIV2ARHELI_S16-630YA), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [re-roof package (PDF)](https://www.greenacresfl.gov/DocumentCenter/View/2391/Roof-Package), checked 30 Sep 2026 |
| Gulf Stream | Job named; [A/C replacement form (PDF)](https://highlandbeach.us/DocumentCenter/View/151/Air-Conditioning-Replacement-Form-PDF), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [water heater change-out form (PDF)](https://highlandbeach.us/DocumentCenter/View/156/Water-Heater-Change-Out-Form-PDF), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [small-job exemption policy (PDF)](https://highlandbeach.us/DocumentCenter/View/966/7500-Exemption-Policy-PDF), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [small-job exemption policy (PDF)](https://highlandbeach.us/DocumentCenter/View/966/7500-Exemption-Policy-PDF), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [do I need a permit sheet](https://highlandbeach.us/DocumentCenter/View/137/Do-You-Need-a-Building-Permit-PDF), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [Highland Beach provider fence permit addendum](https://highlandbeach.us/DocumentCenter/View/152/Addendum-to-Permit-Application-for-Fences-Walls-and-Gates-PDF), checked 30 Sep 2026; publication chain: [town directs applicants to provider forms](https://www.gulf-stream.org/permits/), checked 30 Sep 2026; the town's documents differ; confirm with the town | Job named; [roofing forms (PDF)](https://highlandbeach.us/DocumentCenter/View/160/Roofing-Forms-PDF), checked 30 Sep 2026 |
| Haverhill | Job named; [A/C change-out checklist (PDF)](https://www.townofhaverhill-fl.gov/DocumentCenter/View/1145/AC-Change-Out-Form-and-Checklist-Residential), checked 29 Sep 2026 | General rule; [building department page](https://www.townofhaverhill-fl.gov/1217/Building-Department), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [building department page](https://www.townofhaverhill-fl.gov/1217/Building-Department), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [building department page](https://www.townofhaverhill-fl.gov/1217/Building-Department), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [building department page](https://www.townofhaverhill-fl.gov/1217/Building-Department), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [building department page](https://www.townofhaverhill-fl.gov/1217/Building-Department), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [roof permit checklist (PDF)](https://www.townofhaverhill-fl.gov/DocumentCenter/View/1170/Roof-Permit-Checklist-and-Installation-Forms), checked 30 Sep 2026 |
| Highland Beach | Job named; [A/C replacement form (PDF)](https://highlandbeach.us/DocumentCenter/View/151/Air-Conditioning-Replacement-Form-PDF), checked 29 Sep 2026 | Job named; [water heater change-out form](https://highlandbeach.us/DocumentCenter/View/156/Water-Heater-Change-Out-Form-PDF), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [building code amendment (PDF)](https://highlandbeach.us/DocumentCenter/View/130/Highland-Beach-Amendment-to-the-8th-Ed-of-Florida-Building-Code-PDF), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [small-job exemption policy (PDF)](https://highlandbeach.us/DocumentCenter/View/966/7500-Exemption-Policy-PDF), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [building code amendment (PDF)](https://highlandbeach.us/DocumentCenter/View/130/Highland-Beach-Amendment-to-the-8th-Ed-of-Florida-Building-Code-PDF), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [fence permit addendum (PDF)](https://highlandbeach.us/DocumentCenter/View/152/Addendum-to-Permit-Application-for-Fences-Walls-and-Gates-PDF), checked 30 Sep 2026; exemption published: “Exemptions granted under this section do not relieve the owner or contractor from their duty to comply with applicable provisions of the Florida Building Code, and requirements of the local floodplain management ordinance.”; “1. Fences not over 7 feet (1829 mm) high. All walls require a permit.” in [permit exemptions sheet (PDF)](https://highlandbeach.us/DocumentCenter/View/137/Do-You-Need-a-Building-Permit-PDF), checked 30 Sep 2026; the town's documents differ; confirm with the town | Job named; [roofing forms (PDF)](https://highlandbeach.us/DocumentCenter/View/160/Roofing-Forms-PDF), checked 30 Sep 2026 |
| Hypoluxo | Job named; [A/C change-out form (PDF)](https://www.hypoluxo.org/sites/default/files/fileattachments/building_and_zoning/page/2151/ac_change_out.pdf), checked 29 Sep 2026 | Job named; [water heater change-out form](https://www.hypoluxo.org/sites/default/files/fileattachments/building_and_zoning/page/2151/water_heater_change_out.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [permit application (PDF)](https://www.hypoluxo.org/sites/default/files/fileattachments/building_and_zoning/page/2660/permit_application_2026.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [permit application (PDF)](https://www.hypoluxo.org/sites/default/files/fileattachments/building_and_zoning/page/2660/permit_application_2026.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [permit application (PDF)](https://www.hypoluxo.org/sites/default/files/fileattachments/building_and_zoning/page/2660/permit_application_2026.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [town code permit section](https://library.municode.com/fl/hypoluxo/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=PTIICOOR_CH28LADE_ARTXADEN_S28-207ADENDEPEOR), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [permit application (PDF)](https://www.hypoluxo.org/sites/default/files/fileattachments/building_and_zoning/page/2660/permit_application_2026.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 |
| Juno Beach | Job named; [A/C change-out form](https://www.juno-beach.fl.us/DocumentCenter/View/283/Air-Conditioning-Change-Out-Form), checked 29 Sep 2026 | General rule; [small-job permit update](https://www.juno-beach.fl.us/DocumentCenter/View/893/HB-803-Permitting-Updates), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [small-job permit update](https://www.juno-beach.fl.us/DocumentCenter/View/893/HB-803-Permitting-Updates), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [small-job permit update](https://www.juno-beach.fl.us/DocumentCenter/View/893/HB-803-Permitting-Updates), checked 30 Sep 2026 | None found; searched: [permit forms page](https://www.juno-beach.fl.us/1237/Building-Permit-Forms), checked 30 Sep 2026 | None found; searched: [permits FAQ](https://www.juno-beach.fl.us/Faq.aspx?QID=75), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [building permit application](https://www.juno-beach.fl.us/DocumentCenter/View/286/Building-Permit-Application), checked 30 Sep 2026 |
| Jupiter | Job named; [A/C permit checklist](https://www.jupiter.fl.us/DocumentCenter/View/30296/Air-Conditioning-Residential), checked 29 Sep 2026 | Job named; [water heater replacement sheet](https://www.jupiter.fl.us/DocumentCenter/View/12238/Water-Heater-Replacement), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [plumbing permit checklist](https://www.jupiter.fl.us/DocumentCenter/View/29570/Plumbing), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [issued-permit report](https://www.jupiter.fl.us/DocumentCenter/View/37765/July-2026-), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [code s21-50 construction permit rule](https://library.municode.com/fl/jupiter/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=SPBLADERE_CH21BUBURE_ARTIIAD_DIV2PE_S21-50COPERE), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [fence permit checklist](https://www.jupiter.fl.us/DocumentCenter/View/29536/Fences), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [roofing worksheet](https://www.jupiter.fl.us/DocumentCenter/View/29583/Roofing), checked 30 Sep 2026 |
| Jupiter Inlet Colony | Job named; [permit fees page](https://www.jupiterinletcolony.gov/275/Building-Permit-Fees), checked 29 Sep 2026 | Job named; [plumbing contractor affidavit](https://www.jupiterinletcolony.gov/DocumentCenter/View/256/Plumbing-Affidavit), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [building permit application](https://www.jupiterinletcolony.gov/DocumentCenter/View/605/Building-Permit-Application-2025), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [building permit application](https://www.jupiterinletcolony.gov/DocumentCenter/View/605/Building-Permit-Application-2025), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [permit fees page](https://www.jupiterinletcolony.gov/275/Building-Permit-Fees), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [zoning code permit section](https://library.municode.com/fl/jupiter_inlet_colony/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=APXAZOCO_ARTIGEPR_S10REUPLABUST), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [building permit application](https://www.jupiterinletcolony.gov/DocumentCenter/View/605/Building-Permit-Application-2025), checked 30 Sep 2026 |
| Lake Clarke Shores | General rule; [building permits page](https://www.townoflcs.gov/cds/page/building-permits), checked 29 Sep 2026 | General rule; [building permits page](https://www.townoflcs.gov/cds/page/building-permits), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [building permits page](https://www.townoflcs.gov/cds/page/building-permits), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [building permits page](https://www.townoflcs.gov/cds/page/building-permits), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [building permits page](https://www.townoflcs.gov/cds/page/building-permits), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [building permits page](https://www.townoflcs.gov/cds/page/building-permits), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [building permits page](https://www.townoflcs.gov/cds/page/building-permits), checked 30 Sep 2026 |
| Lake Park | Job named; [A/C permit checklist](https://www.lakeparkflorida.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/16098/638743506193770000), checked 29 Sep 2026 | Job named; [water heater change-out checklist](https://www.lakeparkflorida.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/16112/638743506236870000), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [small-job exemption page](https://www.lakeparkflorida.gov/government/departments/community-development/building-permit-exemptions-for-residential-properties-hb803), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [electrical service checklist](https://www.lakeparkflorida.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/16106/638743506218900000), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [town code manual (PDF)](https://www.lakeparkflorida.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/15240/638549264391130000), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [town code fence section](https://library.municode.com/fl/lake_park/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=SPBLADERE_CH78ZO_ARTIVWAFEHE_S78-116PLPE), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [roof permit checklist](https://www.lakeparkflorida.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/17145/638990524473300000), checked 30 Sep 2026 |
| Lake Worth Beach | General rule; [building permit application](https://lwbdata.sfo3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/community-sustainability/building/Building%20permit%20application.pdf), checked 29 Sep 2026 | General rule; [trade-work permit notice](https://lakeworthbeachfl.gov/assets/hb803-notice.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [small-job permit notice (PDF)](https://lakeworthbeachfl.gov/assets/hb803-notice.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026; exemption published: “Plumbing Fixtures: Replacement of common household fixtures for Single Family/R-3 occupancy (same location) *Excluding bath tub/shower” in [building permits page](https://lakeworthbeachfl.gov/community-sustainability/building), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [small-job permit notice (PDF)](https://lakeworthbeachfl.gov/assets/hb803-notice.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [building permits page](https://lakeworthbeachfl.gov/community-sustainability/building), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [fence permit checklist](https://lakeworthbeachfl.gov/box/file/1793659959625/view), checked 30 Sep 2026; exemption published: “Fence: Repair/Replace for previously permitted fence up to 16'-0" sections-excluding Pool Barriers” in [building permits page](https://lakeworthbeachfl.gov/community-sustainability/building), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [roof permit checklist](https://lakeworthbeachfl.gov/box/file/1793658762807/view), checked 30 Sep 2026 |
| Lantana | Job named; [building permits page](https://www.lantana.org/158/Building-Permits), checked 29 Sep 2026 | General rule; [building permits page](https://www.lantana.org/158/Building-Permits), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [building permits page](https://www.lantana.org/158/Building-Permits), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [building permits page](https://www.lantana.org/158/Building-Permits), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [building permits page](https://www.lantana.org/158/Building-Permits), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [fence permit checklist](https://www.lantana.org/163/Fence-Checklist), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [building permits page](https://www.lantana.org/158/Building-Permits), checked 30 Sep 2026 |
| Loxahatchee Groves | Job named; [fee schedule (PDF)](https://www.loxahatcheegrovesfl.gov/DocumentCenter/View/5112/Resolution-No-2025-75---Community-Standards-Fee-Schedule), checked 29 Sep 2026 | Job named; [water heater permit package](https://www.loxahatcheegrovesfl.gov/DocumentCenter/View/2137/Water-Heater-Change-Out_Application-Package), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [permit requirements and exemptions sheet](https://www.loxahatcheegrovesfl.gov/DocumentCenter/View/2108/Do-you-need-a-permit--Requirements-and-Exemptions), checked 30 Sep 2026; exemption published: “As determined by the building official”; “3. The replacement of common household plumbing fixtures to existing supply lines and outlets in 1&2 Family Dwellings. This does not include water heaters bathtubs, and showers.” | Job named; [separate permit requirements list](https://www.loxahatcheegrovesfl.gov/DocumentCenter/View/4114/Separate-Permit-Requirements), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [separate permit requirements list](https://www.loxahatcheegrovesfl.gov/DocumentCenter/View/4114/Separate-Permit-Requirements), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [fence/wall permit packet](https://www.loxahatcheegrovesfl.gov/DocumentCenter/View/4153/Fence-Wall-Packet), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [re-roof permit packet](https://www.loxahatcheegrovesfl.gov/DocumentCenter/View/5189/Reroof-Packet-Updated-2026), checked 30 Sep 2026 |
| Manalapan | Job named; [separate permit requirements list](https://manalapan.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Separate-Permit-Requirements-1.pdf), checked 29 Sep 2026 | Job named; [water heater change-out form](https://manalapan.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Water-Heater-Changeout-Form-1.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [plumbing permit checklist](https://manalapan.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Plumbing-Application.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [separate permit requirements list](https://manalapan.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Separate-Permit-Requirements-1.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [separate permit requirements list](https://manalapan.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Separate-Permit-Requirements-1.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [fence/wall permit checklist](https://manalapan.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Fence-Gate-Wall-Retaining-Wall-Application.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [re-roof permit packet](https://manalapan.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Re-Roof-Application.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 |
| Mangonia Park | General rule; [building permit application (live file)](https://www.tompfl.com/media/5646), checked 29 Sep 2026 | General rule; [building permit application](https://www.tompfl.com/media/5646), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [building permit application](https://www.tompfl.com/media/5646), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [building permit application](https://www.tompfl.com/media/5646), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [building permit application (live file)](https://www.tompfl.com/media/5646), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [building permit application](https://www.tompfl.com/media/5646), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [building permit application](https://www.tompfl.com/media/5646), checked 30 Sep 2026 |
| North Palm Beach | Job named; [permit checklists page](https://www.village-npb.org/882/Permit-Submittal-Requirements-Checklists), checked 29 Sep 2026 | Job named; [permit requirements sheet](https://www.village-npb.org/DocumentCenter/View/11824/PERMIT-REQUIREMENTS), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [permit requirements sheet](https://www.village-npb.org/DocumentCenter/View/11824/PERMIT-REQUIREMENTS), checked 30 Sep 2026; exemption published: “All permitted & unpermitted work is subject to HOA approval”; “Fixture replacement in same location (faucet, light switch, fan, etc.)”; “Toilet/sink replacement(same location)” | Job named; [permit requirements sheet](https://www.village-npb.org/DocumentCenter/View/11824/PERMIT-REQUIREMENTS), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [permit FAQ](https://www.village-npb.org/FAQ.aspx?TID=16), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [permit checklists page](https://www.village-npb.org/882/Permit-Submittal-Requirements-Checklists), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [permit exemption notice](https://www.village-npb.org/DocumentCenter/View/14703/Permit-Exemption-Notice), checked 30 Sep 2026 |
| Ocean Ridge | Job named; [HVAC like-for-like form](https://www.oceanridge.gov/BD_HVAC%20-%20LIKE%20FOR%20LIKE%20FORM%2007-2026.pdf), checked 29 Sep 2026 | Job named; [water heater change-out form](https://www.oceanridge.gov/BD_WATERHEATERLIKE%20for%20LIKE%20%20CHANGEOUT%20FORM_2.2026.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [general permitting information sheet](https://www.oceanridge.gov/0_BD_General%20Permitting%20&%20Building%20Department%20Information_5.2025.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [general permitting information sheet](https://www.oceanridge.gov/0_BD_General%20Permitting%20&%20Building%20Department%20Information_5.2025.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [general permitting information sheet](https://www.oceanridge.gov/0_BD_General%20Permitting%20&%20Building%20Department%20Information_5.2025.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [fence permit checklist](https://www.oceanridge.gov/BD_FENCE%20PERMIT%20CHECKLIST_6.2026.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [general permitting information sheet](https://www.oceanridge.gov/0_BD_General%20Permitting%20&%20Building%20Department%20Information_5.2025.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 |
| Pahokee | Job named; [mechanical permit checklist](https://www.cityofpahokee.com/sites/g/files/vyhlif4841/f/pages/mechanical_permit_checklist.pdf), checked 29 Sep 2026 | General rule; [building permit application](https://www.cityofpahokee.com/sites/g/files/vyhlif4841/f/uploads/permit.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [building permit application](https://www.cityofpahokee.com/sites/g/files/vyhlif4841/f/uploads/permit.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [building permit application](https://www.cityofpahokee.com/sites/g/files/vyhlif4841/f/uploads/permit.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 | None found; searched: [forms and applications page](https://www.cityofpahokee.com/building-planning-zoning/pages/forms-applications), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [fence permit checklist](https://www.cityofpahokee.com/sites/g/files/vyhlif4841/f/pages/fence_checklist.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [building permit application](https://www.cityofpahokee.com/sites/g/files/vyhlif4841/f/uploads/permit.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 |
| Palm Beach (town) | Job named; [permit application checklist](https://www.townofpalmbeach.com/DocumentCenter/View/361/Application-for-Construction-Permit-), checked 29 Sep 2026 | Job named; [fee schedule (PDF)](https://www.townofpalmbeach.com/DocumentCenter/View/4781/Composite-Fee-Schedule-Master-List), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [fee schedule (PDF)](https://www.townofpalmbeach.com/DocumentCenter/View/4781/Composite-Fee-Schedule-Master-List), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [permit application checklist](https://www.townofpalmbeach.com/DocumentCenter/View/361/Application-for-Construction-Permit-), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [fee schedule (PDF)](https://www.townofpalmbeach.com/DocumentCenter/View/4781/Composite-Fee-Schedule-Master-List), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [fee schedule (PDF)](https://www.townofpalmbeach.com/DocumentCenter/View/4781/Composite-Fee-Schedule-Master-List), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [permit application checklist](https://www.townofpalmbeach.com/DocumentCenter/View/361/Application-for-Construction-Permit-), checked 30 Sep 2026 |
| Palm Beach Gardens | Job named; [A/C change-out permit guide](https://www.pbgfl.gov/DocumentCenter/View/23382/Mechanical-AC-changeout), checked 29 Sep 2026 | Job named; [water heater permit guide](https://www.pbgfl.gov/DocumentCenter/View/23368/Water-Heater-Change-Out), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [building permit FAQ](https://www.pbgfl.gov/Faq.aspx?QID=326), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [building permit FAQ](https://www.pbgfl.gov/Faq.aspx?QID=326), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [building permit FAQ](https://www.pbgfl.gov/Faq.aspx?QID=326), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [fence permit guide](https://www.pbgfl.gov/DocumentCenter/View/23375/Fence), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [building permit FAQ](https://www.pbgfl.gov/Faq.aspx?QID=326), checked 30 Sep 2026 |
| Palm Beach Shores | Job named; [A/C change-out form](https://cms7files.revize.com/palmbeachshores/AC%20Change-out%20Form.pdf), checked 29 Sep 2026 | Job named; [building permit FAQ](https://cms7files.revize.com/palmbeachshores/Frequently%20Asked%20Questions.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [general permitting information sheet](https://cms7files.revize.com/palmbeachshores/General_Building_Permitting_Info%5B1%5D.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [general permitting information sheet](https://cms7files.revize.com/palmbeachshores/General_Building_Permitting_Info%5B1%5D.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [building permit FAQ](https://cms7files.revize.com/palmbeachshores/Frequently%20Asked%20Questions.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [building permit FAQ](https://cms7files.revize.com/palmbeachshores/Frequently%20Asked%20Questions.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [building permit FAQ](https://cms7files.revize.com/palmbeachshores/Frequently%20Asked%20Questions.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 |
| Palm Springs | Job named; [A/C change-out form](https://www.vpsfl.org/DocumentCenter/View/54/A-C-CHANGE-OUT-FORM), checked 29 Sep 2026 | Job named; [forms and applications page](https://www.vpsfl.org/288/Forms-Applications), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [building permit application](https://www.vpsfl.org/DocumentCenter/View/5339/Building-Permit-Application), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [building permit application](https://www.vpsfl.org/DocumentCenter/View/5339/Building-Permit-Application), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [building permit application](https://www.vpsfl.org/DocumentCenter/View/5339/Building-Permit-Application), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [fence/wall permit checklist](https://www.vpsfl.org/DocumentCenter/View/5384), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [reroofing summary form](https://www.vpsfl.org/DocumentCenter/View/5480), checked 30 Sep 2026 |
| Riviera Beach | Job named; [A/C change-out form](https://www.rivierabch.com/filestorage/24577/24756/25061/25063/25065/AC_Change_Out_Form.pdf), checked 29 Sep 2026 | General rule; [building code amendments](https://www.rivierabch.com/filestorage/24577/24756/25061/75511/Riviera_Beach_Amendments_to_Chapter_One_of_the_Florida_Building_Code_7th_Edition_2020.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [building code amendments](https://www.rivierabch.com/filestorage/24577/24756/25061/75511/Riviera_Beach_Amendments_to_Chapter_One_of_the_Florida_Building_Code_7th_Edition_2020.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026; exemption published: “As determined by the building official”; “The replacement of common household plumbing fixtures to existing supply lines and outlets in 1&2 Family Dwellings. This does not include water heaters, bathtubs and showers.” | General rule; [building code amendments](https://www.rivierabch.com/filestorage/24577/24756/25061/75511/Riviera_Beach_Amendments_to_Chapter_One_of_the_Florida_Building_Code_7th_Edition_2020.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [building code amendments](https://www.rivierabch.com/filestorage/24577/24756/25061/75511/Riviera_Beach_Amendments_to_Chapter_One_of_the_Florida_Building_Code_7th_Edition_2020.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [permit review procedures](https://www.rivierabch.com/filestorage/24577/24756/25061/25063/25067/CRB_COMDEV_SOP_MAY_2014.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [roof permit packet](https://www.rivierabch.com/filestorage/24577/24756/25061/25063/25065/Revised_2024_Roof_Packet.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 |
| Royal Palm Beach | Job named; [permit FAQ](https://www.royalpalmbeachfl.gov/FAQ.aspx), checked 29 Sep 2026 | Job named; [permit FAQ](https://www.royalpalmbeachfl.gov/FAQ.aspx), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [permit FAQ](https://www.royalpalmbeachfl.gov/FAQ.aspx), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [permit FAQ](https://www.royalpalmbeachfl.gov/FAQ.aspx), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [permit FAQ](https://www.royalpalmbeachfl.gov/FAQ.aspx), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [village fence code](https://library.municode.com/fl/royal_palm_beach/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=PTIICOOR_CH9FEHEWA_S9-1PERECOPEFE), checked 30 Sep 2026; exemption published: “However, fence repairs or replacement less than twenty-five percent (25%) of the permitted installation are exempt from this permit requirement.” | Job named; [roof spec sheet](https://www.royalpalmbeachfl.gov/DocumentCenter/View/1500/Roof-Spec-Sheet), checked 30 Sep 2026 |
| South Bay | Job named; [A/C change-out form](https://www.southbaycity.com/DocumentCenter/View/321/AC-Change-Out-Forms), checked 29 Sep 2026 | General rule; [permit requirements sheet](https://www.southbaycity.com/DocumentCenter/View/310/Building-Permit-Requirements-), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [permit requirements sheet](https://www.southbaycity.com/DocumentCenter/View/310/Building-Permit-Requirements-), checked 30 Sep 2026; exemption published: “These improvements must still be constructed in accordance with the minimum Building Code standards.”; “As a safety measure, items such as replacing existing electrical fixtures, outlets, switches or plumbing fixtures such as faucets, sink, and dishwashers, etc must be performed by competent individuals.”; “Faucet - Replace”; “Sink - Replace”; “Water Closet - Replace”; “Dishwasher - replacement” | General rule; [permit requirements sheet](https://www.southbaycity.com/DocumentCenter/View/310/Building-Permit-Requirements-), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [permit requirements sheet](https://www.southbaycity.com/DocumentCenter/View/310/Building-Permit-Requirements-), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [permit requirements sheet](https://www.southbaycity.com/DocumentCenter/View/310/Building-Permit-Requirements-), checked 30 Sep 2026; exemption published: value cap, see source | Job named; [roofing affidavit](https://www.southbaycity.com/DocumentCenter/View/319/Roofing-Affidavit-), checked 30 Sep 2026; exemption published: threshold unreadable, see source: [permit requirements sheet](https://www.southbaycity.com/DocumentCenter/View/310/Building-Permit-Requirements-), checked 30 Sep 2026 |
| South Palm Beach | Job named; [when a permit is required](https://www.southpalmbeach.com/sites/default/files/fileattachments/building_department/page/5571/a_building_permit_is_required_when.pdf), checked 29 Sep 2026 | Job named; [when a permit is required](https://www.southpalmbeach.com/sites/default/files/fileattachments/building_department/page/5571/a_building_permit_is_required_when.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [when a permit is required](https://www.southpalmbeach.com/sites/default/files/fileattachments/building_department/page/5571/a_building_permit_is_required_when.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026; exemption published: “MUST BE PERFORMED BY A PROPERLY LICENSED AND TOWN REGISTERED CONTRACTOR OR HOMEOWNER”; “Toilet Repair or replacement” | General rule; [when a permit is required](https://www.southpalmbeach.com/sites/default/files/fileattachments/building_department/page/5571/a_building_permit_is_required_when.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [when a permit is required](https://www.southpalmbeach.com/sites/default/files/fileattachments/building_department/page/5571/a_building_permit_is_required_when.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [when a permit is required](https://www.southpalmbeach.com/sites/default/files/fileattachments/building_department/page/5571/a_building_permit_is_required_when.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [when a permit is required](https://www.southpalmbeach.com/sites/default/files/fileattachments/building_department/page/5571/a_building_permit_is_required_when.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 |
| Tequesta | Job named; [A/C change-out checklist](https://tequesta.org/DocumentCenter/View/12877/AC-Change-Out-Permit-Checklist---ADA), checked 29 Sep 2026 | Job named; [water heater change-out checklist](https://www.tequesta.org/DocumentCenter/View/12896/Water-Heater-Change-Out-Permit-Submittal-Requirements---ADA), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [permit exemption page](https://www.tequesta.org/1819/Permit-Exemption), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [electric panel permit checklist](https://www.tequesta.org/DocumentCenter/View/12882/Electric-Panel-Permit-Submittal-Requirements---ADA), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [code Appendix C permit requirements](https://library.municode.com/fl/tequesta/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=PTIICOOR_APXCPEFE), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [fence permit checklist](https://www.tequesta.org/DocumentCenter/View/12883/Fence-Permit-Submittal-Requirements---ADA), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [permit fee schedule](https://library.municode.com/fl/tequesta/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=PTIICOOR_APXCPEFE), checked 30 Sep 2026 |
| Wellington | Job named; [permit fee schedule](https://www.wellingtonfl.gov/282/Permit-Fee-Schedule), checked 29 Sep 2026 | Job named; [water heater change-out packet](https://www.wellingtonfl.gov/DocumentCenter/View/4968/Water-Heater-Change-Out_FINAL-es), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [permit exemption page](https://www.wellingtonfl.gov/2412/House-Bill-803---Permit-Exemption), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [permit exemption page](https://www.wellingtonfl.gov/2412/House-Bill-803---Permit-Exemption), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [permit fee schedule](https://www.wellingtonfl.gov/282/Permit-Fee-Schedule), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [fence/wall permit packet](https://www.wellingtonfl.gov/DocumentCenter/View/4921/Fence_Wall_FINAL-es), checked 30 Sep 2026; exemption published: value cap, see source: [small-job exemption page](https://www.wellingtonfl.gov/2412/House-Bill-803---Permit-Exemption), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [reroof permit packet](https://www.wellingtonfl.gov/DocumentCenter/View/4953/Reroof_FINAL-es), checked 30 Sep 2026 |
| West Palm Beach | Job named; [A/C change-out form](https://www.wpb.org/files/assets/city/v/1/development-services/documents/building-div/ac-changeout-compliance-2023.pdf), checked 29 Sep 2026 | General rule; [permits FAQ](https://www.wpb.org/Departments/Development-Services/Building-Division/Permits-FAQ), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [permits FAQ](https://www.wpb.org/Departments/Development-Services/Building-Division/Permits-FAQ), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [permits FAQ](https://www.wpb.org/Departments/Development-Services/Building-Division/Permits-FAQ), checked 30 Sep 2026 | None found; searched: [permits FAQ](https://www.wpb.org/Departments/Development-Services/Building-Division/Permits-FAQ), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [permits FAQ](https://www.wpb.org/Departments/Development-Services/Building-Division/Permits-FAQ), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [permits FAQ](https://www.wpb.org/Departments/Development-Services/Building-Division/Permits-FAQ), checked 30 Sep 2026 |
| Westlake | General rule; [building permit application](https://www.westlakegov.com/sites/default/files/fileattachments/building/page/7838/application_for_building_permit_rev_4-19-24.pdf), checked 29 Sep 2026 | General rule; [when you need a permit](https://www.westlakegov.com/building/page/when-do-i-need-permit), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [when you need a permit](https://www.westlakegov.com/building/page/when-do-i-need-permit), checked 30 Sep 2026; exemption published: “The work exempted must still be constructed in accordance with minimum code standards.”; “Plumbing fixture replacement”; “Residential replacement of existing countertops and sinks that are going back in the same location (bathroom vanity and kitchen cabinetry replacement does require a permit)” | General rule; [when you need a permit](https://www.westlakegov.com/building/page/when-do-i-need-permit), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [when you need a permit](https://www.westlakegov.com/building/page/when-do-i-need-permit), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [when you need a permit](https://www.westlakegov.com/building/page/when-do-i-need-permit), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [when you need a permit](https://www.westlakegov.com/building/page/when-do-i-need-permit), checked 30 Sep 2026; exemption published: “The work exempted must still be constructed in accordance with minimum code standards.”; “Repair of existing single family home roof less than 2 squares (200 square ft)” |
| Palm Beach County (unincorporated) | Job named; [permit types list (PDF)](https://discover.pbcgov.org/pzb/building/PDF/permit_types.pdf), checked 29 Sep 2026 | Job named; [permit types list (PDF)](https://discover.pbcgov.org/pzb/building/PDF/permit_types.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 | General rule; [no-permit-needed list (PDF)](https://discover.pbcgov.org/pzb/PDF/whennotrequired.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026; exemption published: “The work exempted must still be constructed in accordance with minimum code standards.”; “Faucet – Replace existing (not involving removal of drywall)”; “Sink – Exact replacement in same location only”; “Water Closet – Replacement in same location” | Job named; [fee schedule (PDF)](https://discover.pbcgov.org/pzb/PDF/Fees.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [fee schedule (PDF)](https://discover.pbcgov.org/pzb/PDF/Fees.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [permit types list (PDF)](https://discover.pbcgov.org/pzb/building/PDF/permit_types.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026; exemption published: value cap, see source: [no-permit-needed list (PDF)](https://discover.pbcgov.org/pzb/PDF/whennotrequired.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 | Job named; [fee schedule (PDF)](https://discover.pbcgov.org/pzb/PDF/Fees.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026; exemption published: value cap, see source: [no-permit-needed list (PDF)](https://discover.pbcgov.org/pzb/PDF/whennotrequired.pdf), checked 30 Sep 2026 |

## Method and limits 
Jurisdictions: every Broward and Palm Beach city, town and village in our permit research notes (31 and 39), plus each county's unincorporated area, read through the county's own building pages. Jobs: replacing a central A/C system, replacing a water heater, planned plumbing (repiping or replacing fixtures), an electrical panel or service change, resurfacing a pool, installing or replacing a fence, and repairing a roof (not a full re-roof).

What counts as a published rule: a page, code section, form, checklist, permit-type list, fee schedule or issued-permit report published by the jurisdiction or by the building provider it names. A fee line for a job counts as naming it. Summaries written by anyone else do not count.

In the CSV, the source-role column tells a supporting rule from a page we only searched. The read-from column records how the cited page was read, and the dated-source column records a document's own date, separate from the date we checked it. A publication chain is the town page that sends readers to a provider or another publication; the chain name and chain link columns keep it. An empty exemption field means no exemption recorded in the cited source for this job.

Check dates: A/C sources were read on 29 and 30 September 2026; the other six jobs on 30 September 2026. Some town sites refuse automated readers, so those pages were read in a full browser; where the notes also hold an older archived copy of a page, the cell cites the live page read on the check date.

Limits: rules change after the check date, a label is a summary and the source decides, and only the building department can say what your job needs. A 2026 Florida law lets some small single-family jobs skip a permit; towns apply it differently, and trade work such as electrical, plumbing and mechanical stays permit-required. Check your town's page; [Juno Beach's notice](https://www.juno-beach.fl.us/DocumentCenter/View/893/HB-803-Permitting-Updates) is one example. A few documents could not be opened at all; where that touched a cell, the CSV says so. Some cited documents are older files the town still links; the date shown is when we read it, not when the town issued it. This study is not legal advice.

## What does "None found" mean for my job?
Nothing about your job, only about our search: on the check date we found no published rule from that jurisdiction naming the job or the wider kind of work. Ask the building department for your address before work starts, and ask each bidder whether the permit is in the bid.

## Should I ask a bidder about the permit?
Yes, ask each bidder whether the permit is in the bid and who will pull it, then confirm the rule yourself with the building department for your address. The tables point you to the source each jurisdiction publishes, with the date we read it.

## Can I download the data?
Yes, the [study data as a CSV file](/studies/permit-rules-broward-palm-beach.csv) has one line for each jurisdiction and job, 504 in all: the label, any exemption, the source and its role, the date we read it, the dataset version and a method link. It is published under [CC BY 4.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/): reuse it with credit to InstaBids.

## How do I cite this study?
Use this line: InstaBids, “Which Broward and Palm Beach towns publish a permit rule for common home jobs?”, permit sources checked 29 and 30 September 2026, dataset version 2026-10-02-r3, instabids.ai/studies/permit-rules-broward-palm-beach. Link the page as well, so readers can open the source behind each cell.

## How do written bids from photos work? <!--method--> 
Describe the job with photos and a short written scope, and contractors who take part can price that scope without a site visit. Homeowners pay InstaBids nothing. The contractor you pick may visit once before settling the final price against the percentage the bid stated. [How InstaBids works](/how-it-works) sets out the rule.



## Who can see my contact details? 
Contractors who bid work from your scope card and photos. Contact details stay hidden until the homeowner picks a contractor and they confirm the connection. The contact-detail filter can miss disguised contact details.



## Sources for the facts on this page
- Town rows: each cell's own source link and checked date, in the two tables above.
- County rule cells and the county-wide scope: the Broward County Board of Rules and Appeals [amendments to the Florida Building Code, chapter 1, section 105](https://library.municode.com/fl/broward_county_board_of_rules_and_appeals/codes/the_florida_building_code?nodeId=CH1ADROCO_S105PE) (sections 105.3.1.4.4, 105.3.1.4.5, 105.3.1.4.10, 105.3.1.4.11, 105.3.1.4.13 and 105.3.1.4.18), read 29 September 2026 (A/C and plumbing sections) and 30 September 2026 (electrical, pool, fence and roof sections).

## More guides for Broward and Palm Beach homeowners 
Each county's guides start from the [Broward County homeowner guides](/broward) and the [Palm Beach County homeowner guides](/palm-beach); the A/C rows are explained town by town in [AC quotes in Broward County](/broward/ac-quotes) and [AC quotes in Palm Beach County](/palm-beach/ac-quotes), and the [Florida hiring checklist](/florida/hiring-checklist) covers the steps before you sign.

Last checked: 30 September 2026 (sources read 29-30 September 2026)