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Lantana building permits

Palm Beach County · rules last read 2026-10-13

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).

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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

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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).

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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).

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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 side line7.5 ft to 10 ft
New mechanical equipment (A/C compressors/condensers, pool equipment; Sec. 23-1) not allowed within the required side setback in residential districts; existing equipment may be replaced in its existing location; one-story side setback. By zoning district:...
A/C unit distance to the rear lineAllowed within the setbacks
The mechanical equipment rule covers required side setbacks only; no rear distance set

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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).

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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 height, side and rear6 ft
Residential side/rear yards
Maximum fence height, front yard4 ft
Residential front yard

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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, side7.5 ft to 10 ft
Pools, spas, cabanas and utility buildings stay out of the required yards: side 10 ft in R1A and R1 (15 ft next to taller walls), 7.5 ft in R3; 15 to 20 ft on a street side. By zoning district: R1A 10 ft, R1 10 ft, R3 7.5 ft
Shed setback, rear5 ft to 10 ft
Rear 10 ft in R1A and R1, 5 ft in R3. By zoning district: R1A 10 ft, R1 10 ft, R3 5 ft

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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).

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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, side7.5 ft to 10 ft
Pools, spas, cabanas and utility buildings stay out of the required yards: side 10 ft in R1A and R1 (15 ft next to taller walls), 7.5 ft in R3; 15 to 20 ft on a street side. By zoning district: R1A 10 ft, R1 10 ft, R3 7.5 ft
Pool setback, rear5 ft to 10 ft
Rear 10 ft in R1A and R1, 5 ft in R3. By zoning district: R1A 10 ft, R1 10 ft, R3 5 ft

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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.