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Highland Beach building permits

Palm Beach County · rules last read 2026-10-14

The 9th Edition (2026) of the Florida Building Code takes effect Dec 31, 2026: applications submitted from that day must comply with it.

Roof replacement / re-roof

What to submit

Depends on your job

When the job value is over $5,000, a Notice of Commencement must be recorded, posted at the job and a copy filed with the building department before the first inspection (F.S. 713.135).

Forms we fill for you

Fee for a $24,000 job: about $541 Fee Schedule Effective October 1 2026 (PDF) · effective 2026-10-01 to 2027-09-30

Window and exterior door replacement

What to submit

Depends on your job

When the job value is over $5,000, a Notice of Commencement must be recorded, posted at the job and a copy filed with the building department before the first inspection (F.S. 713.135).

Limits

Design wind speed170 mph Vult

Forms we fill for you

Fee for a $18,000 job: about $406 Fee Schedule Effective October 1 2026 (PDF) · effective 2026-10-01 to 2027-09-30

Hurricane shutters / storm panels

What to submit

Depends on your job

When the job value is over $5,000, a Notice of Commencement must be recorded, posted at the job and a copy filed with the building department before the first inspection (F.S. 713.135).

Forms we fill for you

Fee for a $8,000 job: about $180 Fee Schedule Effective October 1 2026 (PDF) · effective 2026-10-01 to 2027-09-30

Garage door replacement

What to submit

Depends on your job

When the job value is over $5,000, a Notice of Commencement must be recorded, posted at the job and a copy filed with the building department before the first inspection (F.S. 713.135).

Forms we fill for you

Fee for a $4,500 job: about $154 Fee Schedule Effective October 1 2026 (PDF) · effective 2026-10-01 to 2027-09-30

A/C changeout (like for like)

What to submit

Depends on your job

When the job value is over $15,000, a Notice of Commencement must be recorded, posted at the job and a copy filed with the building department before the first inspection (F.S. 713.135).

Limits

A/C unit distance to the property line7 ft

Forms we fill for you

Fee for a $9,000 job: at least $150 (priced per item) Fee Schedule Effective October 1 2026 (PDF) · effective 2026-10-01 to 2027-09-30

Water heater

What to submit

Depends on your job

When the job value is over $5,000, a Notice of Commencement must be recorded, posted at the job and a copy filed with the building department before the first inspection (F.S. 713.135).

Forms we fill for you

Fee for a $1,800 job: at least $150 (priced per item) Fee Schedule Effective October 1 2026 (PDF) · effective 2026-10-01 to 2027-09-30

Fence / gate

What to submit

Depends on your job

When the job value is over $5,000, a Notice of Commencement must be recorded, posted at the job and a copy filed with the building department before the first inspection (F.S. 713.135).

Limits

Maximum fence height6 ft

Forms we fill for you

Fee for a $6,000 job: about $154 Fee Schedule Effective October 1 2026 (PDF) · effective 2026-10-01 to 2027-09-30

Shed / accessory storage structure

What to submit

Depends on your job

When the job value is over $5,000, a Notice of Commencement must be recorded, posted at the job and a copy filed with the building department before the first inspection (F.S. 713.135).

Limits

Shed setback, side12 ft
All buildings and structures comply with Table 30-2; 1-story side setback 12 ft in RE, RS, RML, RMM, RMH; sheds are not among the setback encroachments of Sec. 30-66(c)
Shed setback, rear20 ft
1-story rear setback: greater of 20 ft or the ocean setback (RE, RS, RML); 20 ft in RMM/RMH
Shed distance from the house5 ft
A freestanding accessory structure may not be within 5 ft of any other principal or accessory building

Forms we fill for you

Fee for a $7,000 job: about $158 Fee Schedule Effective October 1 2026 (PDF) · effective 2026-10-01 to 2027-09-30

Generator / LP tank

What to submit

Depends on your job

When the job value is over $5,000, a Notice of Commencement must be recorded, posted at the job and a copy filed with the building department before the first inspection (F.S. 713.135).

Limits

Generator distance to the property line7 ft
Permanently installed generators allowed in front, side or rear setbacks but not closer than 7 ft to the closest property line (RE, RS, RML, RMM, RMH); must be screened by landscaping

Forms we fill for you

Fee for a $14,000 job: about $316 Fee Schedule Effective October 1 2026 (PDF) · effective 2026-10-01 to 2027-09-30

Swimming pool / spa (new)

What to submit

Depends on your job

When the job value is over $5,000, a Notice of Commencement must be recorded, posted at the job and a copy filed with the building department before the first inspection (F.S. 713.135).

Limits

Pool setback, side and rear10 ft

Forms we fill for you

Fee for a $60,000 job: about $1,353 Fee Schedule Effective October 1 2026 (PDF) · effective 2026-10-01 to 2027-09-30

Solar PV

What to submit

Depends on your job

When the job value is over $5,000, a Notice of Commencement must be recorded, posted at the job and a copy filed with the building department before the first inspection (F.S. 713.135).

Forms we fill for you

Fee for a $28,000 job: about $631 Fee Schedule Effective October 1 2026 (PDF) · effective 2026-10-01 to 2027-09-30

Driveway / pavers / walkway / approach

What to submit

Depends on your job

When the job value is over $5,000, a Notice of Commencement must be recorded, posted at the job and a copy filed with the building department before the first inspection (F.S. 713.135).

Forms we fill for you

Fee for a $9,000 job: about $203 Fee Schedule Effective October 1 2026 (PDF) · effective 2026-10-01 to 2027-09-30

Interior remodel / alteration (incl kitchen/bath/flooring)

What to submit

Depends on your job

When the job value is over $5,000, a Notice of Commencement must be recorded, posted at the job and a copy filed with the building department before the first inspection (F.S. 713.135).

Forms we fill for you

Fee for a $25,000 job: about $564 Fee Schedule Effective October 1 2026 (PDF) · effective 2026-10-01 to 2027-09-30

Uploading files

Built from the building department's own checklists, forms and fee schedules, the county rules and Florida law. Rules change: confirm with the building department before you submit.