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Manalapan 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

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

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

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

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 line5 ft
All zoning districts except R3-B, C3, PUD. Sec. 151.003 defines accessory equipment as equipment up to 5 ft above the slab for air conditioning, emergency electrical power, or pool/spa pumping/filtration/heating. Side lot lines; must be completely screened...

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Water heater

What to submit

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
Measured from the lower grade on either side; street side yards follow the front-yard limit.
Maximum fence height, front yard4 ft
Except retaining walls under (G).

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Shed / accessory storage structure

What to submit

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 shed height14 ft to 35 ft
R1-A, R1-B, R1-C: no accessory structure taller than the main structure (main building max 35 ft pitched, 28 ft flat). By zoning district: R1-A 35 ft, R1-B 35 ft, R1-C 35 ft, R1-D 14 ft, R1-E 14 ft, R1-F 14 ft
Shed setback, side10 ft to 15 ft
Single-family dwellings and accessory structures: no side yard under 10 ft (15 ft in R1-B, R1-C); aggregate side yards also at least 20 percent of average lot width (or a share of building height). By zoning district: R1-A 10 ft, R1-B 15 ft, R1-C 15 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).

Limits

Generator distance to the property line5 ft
All zoning districts except R3-B, C3, PUD. Accessory equipment includes emergency electrical power equipment up to 5 ft above slab. Side lot lines; must be completely screened. Checklist also requires 5 ft from openings (NFPA 37). Rear setback not stated.

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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, side and rear13 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.