Building Permits

How do I get a permit?

For your convenience we offer an online permitting system, however, we can provide application assistance in the office. We are currently located at 120 E Pomelo St. The Community Development phone number is 863-291-5748.

CLICK HERE TO APPLY FOR A BUILDING PERMIT

Do I need a permit?

Any owner or owner's authorized agent who intends to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, demolish or change the occupancy of a building or structure, or to erect, install, enlarge, alter, repair, remove, convert or replace any impact-resistant coverings, electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing system, the installation of which is regulated by the Florida Building Code, or to cause any such work to be performed, shall first make application and obtain the required permit. Per Florida Statutes 125.022 and 166.033, the issuance of this Building Permit does not exempt the applicant from obtaining all permits or approvals required by State or Federal agencies.

What is required for a permit?

Permits must be applied for by a state-licensed contractor that is registered in the City’s Accela system. Owners of homesteaded property may apply for permits when acting as their own contractor and provide direct supervision of themselves of all work not performed by licensed contractors and must provide an owners disclosure statement. If you are a homeowner wishing to permit a job on your home, please download, complete and attach the Owner Builder Affidavit (PDF) to your application.

An Owner Application Authorization (PDF) is required for all permits applied for by contractors.

A Notice of Commencement (PDF) is mandated by Chapter 713 .13 of the Florida Statutes for any job value over $5000 or $15,000 for AC work. Record a notice of commencement in the Polk county Clerk of Courts office and post either a certified copy or a notarized statement that the notice of commencement has been filed for recording along with a copy at the job site and with the permit application.

To request a Government Power Release, please email the provider work order number, physical address, and permit number to permits@mylakealfred.com.

For Certificates of Completion or Certificates of Occupancy, a request must be sent via email to permits@mylakealfred.com

Private Providers must email the Inspection Results and Certificate of Compliance to permits@mylakealfred.com

If the permit has been issued but a revision is needed, you must email a revision letter to permits@mylakealfred.com to inform us that new documents have been uploaded.

NEW CONSTRUCTION: Before any inspections will be conducted, a utility account must be set up for the property by filling out the New Service Application. 


Re-roof, Windows, Doors, Hurricane Shutters

Florida Product Approval codes. These can be provided by retailers or manufacturers.

New Home Construction and Accessory Dwelling Units

  • Florida Product Approval Codes

  • Energy Calculations
  • Building Plans sealed by a Florida architect or engineer
  • Site plan showing setbacks, ISR calculations and Finished Floor Elevation

Sheds

  • Building Plans sealed by a Florida architect or engineer
  •  Site plan showing dimensions and setbacks

Electrical

  • Single line drawing
  • Power provider work order number if needing government power release 

Central Heat and Air

  • AHRI Certificate

Fences

  • Site plan showing placement and length of fence. Height and materials must be indicated in the application description

Solar

  • Sealed plans and roof letter certifying roof can withstand additional load

Remodel/Renovations

  • Depending on the scope of work some remodel and renovations may require sealed plans

Docks

  • Site plan showing dimensions and setbacks
  • Site survey showing wetland line
  • Sealed plans
  • FDEP and SWFWMD permit or exemptions

Pools

  • Site plan showing dimensions and setbacks to also include location and dimensions of any equipment pads
  • Documentation for pump
  • Sealed plans
  • Pool Safety Form

To learn more about specific requirements for various permits, review the Lake Alfred Unified Land Development Code.

What happens after the application is submitted?

The permit application is checked for sufficiency and will go into Additional Info Required status if additional information or documents are needed. The permit will then be reviewed by planning and building. The permit will either be approved or go into a Revisions Required status if additional information or documents are needed. Emails are automatically sent when the permit is ready to be paid for or additional information/revisions are needed.  

How much will the permit cost?

Fees are listed in Building Permit Fee Ord. No. 1542-24 (PDF)
Download Lake Alfred Impact Fees (PDF)

Please call 863-291-5748 or email permits@mylakealfred.com for an estimated cost.

Contractor Registration

New contractors and private providers must register to link license to their user account before applying for permits. Failure to do so will place the application in Additional Info Needed status and will not be reviewed until a licensed professional is listed in the application. If any contractor info is expired, you will not be able to apply for a permit. The renewal process is the same as the registration process.

Contractor registration/renewal is through the Accela Citizen Access Portal. Please submit a contractor registration/renewal application.

ACCELA ONLINE PERMITTING SYSTEM

  • Certificate of Liability Insurance
  • Certificate of WC Insurance OR Exemption Certificate
  • Copy of Florida Business License
  • Copy of local and county Business Tax Receipt
  • MBOE Card if applicable

Building Inspection Division Responsibilities

  • Plan Review
  • Permitting and Inspection of all Construction Activity
  • Sign Permits
  • Interpretation and Development of Code Requirements relating to building, housing, and landscape improvements.

Inspections

All permits require inspections. Permit card, NOC and stamped documents must be on-site. Permits can be scheduled online https://aca-prod.accela.com/COLA or by phone (863)291-5748. No same day inspections. 2pm cutoff for next day inspections. For Private Provider inspections, provide a Notice to Building Official at time of application, or by 2pm at least 2 days prior to first inspection.

Forms and Documents

Owner Builder Affidavit (PDF)
Notice of Commencement (PDF)
Notice to Building Official (PDF)
Owner Application Authorization (PDF)
Product Approval Specification Sheet (PDF)
Master Plan Review Policy and Instructions (PDF)
Private Provider Audit Procedure (PDF)
Private Provider Requirements and Forms Packet (PDF)
Contractor Registration Instructions (PDF)
Permitting Brochure (PDF)
Roof Permit Brochure (PDF)
Pool Safety Form (PDF)
TUG Agreement Form (PDF)

Building Codes & Ordinances

Contractors should be aware of the latest Florida Building Code (FBC) and how it will impact your construction project. The following are the Codes that the City of Lake Alfred presently enforces and websites you can visit for more information:

  • City of Lake Alfred Unified Land Development Code
  • Florida Building Code Website
  • National Electric Code (NEC) on the National Fire Protection Association Website
  • National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) website - Codes and Standards
  • Flood Plain Regulations - To obtain a flood map call 800-358-9616 or go online to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Map Service Center.