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The Building Division is responsible for enforcing codes and ordinances ensuring safe, sound, and progressive development of commercial and residential properties. Renovations, remodeling, and construction are all closely monitored, while code inspections are conducted systematically. The division complies with guidelines established by the Florida Building Commission and Broward County Board of Rules & Appeals and is responsible for the identification and removal of unsafe structures in conjunction with the Unsafe Structure Board. The division also provides plan review, permits, and periodic inspection services to most public and private construction as determined by the Florida Building Code and other applicable laws.
How to Make an Online Payment
Visit the online payments Online Payment For Building Permits and follow the steps below.
- Step 1 - click on "Make a Payment"
- Step 2 - On the Make a Payment window, enter the Application Number and click "Find".
- Step 3 - Select the application by clicking the checkmark in the results and you will see a list of fees associated with the application number. Confirm the fees and then click "Checkout." On the screens that follow, enter payment information and complete the transaction.
transaction fee
Effective February 1, 2023, a transaction fee will be applied to payments made specifically by checking account, credit card, charge card, bank debit card, and auto pay (using a debit/credit card). These fees apply to payments made online, but not in person at the City cashier located at City Hall. If a payment is made online, you will see two separate transactions. One will be for the payment to the City of Deerfield Beach and the other will be for the transaction fee. The transaction provider for the City of Deerfield Beach is Paymentus. For additional information, please visit the City of Deerfield Beach website link here: https://www.deerfield-beach.com/2141/TRANSACTION-Fees
Schedule Inspections
An inspection can be scheduled by phone or by a form that will be emailed to us and should be in no later than 3 PM for the next business day.
- 954-571-4504
- Form Submission
The required information is needed to schedule an inspection:
- Permit or application number
- Discipline in which you wish to schedule
- The exact inspection you are requesting (found on the inside of your permit card)
- The date that you would like the inspection to occur.
- Contact information in case we have any questions
Please note that if you are scheduling for the next business day, your request must be in no later than 3 PM.
Condo Permit Requirements
We all want to have a better place to live and would love to improve our units. It is important to remember that Florida Building Code does not allow an owner of a Condo to do work on his unit. Also, a Florida Licensed Contractor must be hired, and a permit must be obtained prior to allowing any contractor to start work. Failure to hire a licensed contractor is a felony in the state of Florida “Florida Statute 489.127(1) (f)”. Permits are required for almost any work in your unit. Exceptions are interior painting and replacing floor covering, which may have some requirements implemented by your association to comply with State regulations about noise transmittal.
Here are some common examples of work that is typically performed by Condo owners that require a permit and a licensed contractor:
- water heaters
- replacing air‐conditioning units
- renovation for kitchens or bathrooms
- replacing bathtubs or showers
- replacing windows or doors
- install hurricane shutters
- replacing any balcony enclosures with screen/ acrylic windows
- enclosing balconies with windows to add a new room (which is an addition)
- adding light fixtures or electric fan connection
- mold remediation works
After obtaining a permit from the Building department and prior to commencing work, the permit card must be displayed on the front of your unit (visible from the outside), during the progress of work until the permit is closed (Final inspection signed on the permit card in your possession). Original permit documents must be available at the time of inspections. Once your contractor has applied for a permit you can view information about the permit fees, payments, application, inspection results, permit status Online Payment For Building Permits [still open (AP) / expired (EX), or Closed (CL)] prior to final payment to your contractor.
Deerfield Beach Building Department
150 NE 2 Avenue
Deerfield Beach, FL 33441
954-480-4250
Online Permit Submittal
The City of Deerfield Beach Building Department is continuously making efforts to provide the public with exceptional solutions and will now be accepting digital email submittal of:
- permits for re-roofs
- water heater replacements
- air conditioning replacements
- electrical panel/service changes
In order to utilize this service, you must be a registered contractor with the City of Deerfield Beach. If your information is not up to date or you are not registered with the City, please attach the required information along with your application packet.
NOTE: All information must be either typed or neatly printed.
Incomplete packets WILL NOT be processed.
Re-Roof Requirements
Listed below are the requirements for re-roof permits submitted online:
- Complete Permit Application. Please make sure accurate job cost and notarized signatures of BOTH the qualifier AND property owner are inlcuded.
- Complete Roofing Package
- Product Approvals
- Manufacturing Specs
- Notice of Commencement if job costs exceed $2500
Print out the Roofing Package and Permit Application, scan all required info, and email one PDF file.
Water Heater Replacement Requirements
Listed below are the requirements for water heater replacement permits submitted online:
- Complete Permit Application. Please make sure accurate job cost, gallon capacity of the tank, and notarized signature of BOTH the qualifier and property owner are included.
- Water Heater Replacement Form
- Notice of Commencement if job costs exceed $2500
Print out Water Heater Replacement Form and Permit Application, scan all of the required information, and email one PDF file to DBOnline@cgasolutions.com.
A/C Replacement Requirements
Listed below are the requirements for A/C replacement permits submitted online:
- Complete Permit Application. Please make sure accurate job cost, gallon capacity of the tank, and notarized signature of BOTH the qualifier and property owner are included.
- A/C Data Sheet
- Verification of the equipment's efficiency (AHRI)
- Anchoring details if applicable (required for commercial replacements)
- Notice of Commencement if job costs exceed $15,000
Print out the A/C Data Sheet and Permit Application, scan all of the required information, and email one PDF file.
Electrical Panel/Service Change Requirements
Listed below are the requirements for panel/service change permits submitted online:
- Complete Permit Application. Please make sure accurate job cost, gallon capacity of the tank, and notarized signature of BOTH the qualifier and property owner are included.
- Electrical Plan (if NOT an EXACT replacement)
Print out the Permit Application, scan all of the required information, and email one PDF file.
Applications are processed in the order received.
The Deerfield Beach Building Department will make every effort to issue your permit in a timely manner. Once completed, payment is required and can be made online or in-person at the cashier. Please notify us via email at dbonline@cgasolutions.com once the payment has been made. You will then be emailed a validated copy of the permit. This copy, along with the original packet that was digitally submitted, must be on-site at the time of inspections.
Building Staff Contacts
Supervisors
| Name | Title | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sheila Oliver | Chief Building Offical | 954.610.1321 | Email Sheila |
| Dale Rich | Assistant Building Official | 561.301.7186 | Email Dale |
| Summer Konz | Permit Administrator | 954.480.4246 | Email Summer |
Structural
| Name | Title | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dale Rich | Chief Structural Inspector | 561.301.7186 | Email Dale |
| Dave Morin | Plan Reviewer / Inspector | 954.218.3954 | Email Dave |
| Edward Deane | Inspector | 954.663.8439 | Email Edward |
| Andrell Gibbons | Plan Reviewer / Inspector | 561.647.5127 | Email Andrell |
| Derek Hall | Inspector | 561.573.8712 | Email Derek |
| Denis Borisov | Inspector | 954.395.3318 | Email Denis |
Electrical
| Name | Title | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pete Deveaugh | Chief Electrical Inspector | 954.480.4250 | Email Pete |
| Doug Organ | Plan Reviewer | 786.918.6518 | Email Doug |
| Todd Perlmutter | Inspector | 954.224.7032 | Email Todd |
| Don Correa | Inspector | 305.962.5834 | Email Don |
| Anthony Jackson | Inspector | 561.590.4838 | Email Anthony |
Mechanical
| Name | Title | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greg Kijanka | Chief Mechanical Inspector | 954.533.1532 | Email Greg |
| Sheila Oliver | Plan Reviewer / Inspector | 954.610.1321 | Email Sheila |
| Joe Switalski | Plan Reviewer / Inspector | 954.909.7400 | Email Joe |
| Tom VanBronkhorst | Inspector | 954.412.0202 | Email Tom |
Plumbing
| Name | Title | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| David Bundy | Chief Plumbing Inspector | 954.445.8710 | Email David |
| JP Belisle | Inspector | 561.850.4695 | Email JP |
Permit Technicians
| Name | Phone | |
|---|---|---|
| Robert Gadson | 954.480.4250 | Email Robert |
| Camila Bent | 954.480.4250 | Email Camila |
| Orlando Felix | 954.480.4250 | Email Orlando |
| Karli Shoop | 954.480.4250 | |
| Alexis Menard | 954.480.4250 | Email Alexis |
| Brandon Shuler | 954.480.4250 | Email Brandon |
| Chris Fazio | 954.480.4250 | Email Chris |
Other Contacts
| Department | Phone |
|---|---|
| Code Compliance | 954.480.4238 |
| Fire Plan Review & Inspection | 954.571.7585 |
Broward County ePermits One Stop
Save time and avoid the lines, traffic, and paper trail with the new one-stop ePermits process. The City of Deerfield Beach and Broward County have teamed up to launch ePermitsOneStop, a centralized website that allows customers to submit their applications and have their plans reviewed online for permits, licenses, and approvals.
Using ePermitsOneStop, Deerfield Beach customers can now apply and receive approval for both Deerfield Beach building permits and associated Broward County permits in a quicker, more seamless process, eliminating the need to travel to Broward's Government Center West in Plantation.
Click below for step-by-step instructions for Asbestos Certificates, Transportation Concurrency & Environmental Review, Notice of Commencement, or for ePermitting phone support.
Beginning May 3, 2021, ALL submittals for Development & Environmental Review projects in Broward County will only be accepted electronically through the ePermits website. Applicants will no longer be able to submit any plans for review in person per Broward County.