Permitting Services
3363 West Park Place
Pensacola, Florida 32505
Phone: (850) 595-3550
Fax: (850) 595-3575
To Schedule An
Inspection, Call Our
24-Hour Automated
IVR Inspection Line:
(850) 471-6640
When prompted, enter the tracking number located on the permit.
Items of Interest
"It is our desire to operate a permitting system that is unparalleled in it's clarity and customer service."
You will probably need a permit if you are considering doing any of the following:
Building a new building
Adding to an existing building
Renovating an existing building
Demolishing an existing building
Erecting a prefabricated structure
Mobile home setup
Installing/Modifying other miscellaneous structures
including fences, pools, decks, fireplaces, etc.
NOTICE TO PERMIT APPLICANTS
Escambia County is required to comply with Florida Construction Lien Laws and all applicable state laws concerning construction permit applications and permit issuance. A completed application is required before we can assign you a permit number. A completed application requires the notarized signature of the contractor making application. If you need notary assistance, we will be happy to provide this when a technician is available.
A RECORDED NOTICE OF COMMENCEMENT IS REQUIRED FOR ANY WORK WITH COSTS OF $2500 OR MORE. A CERTIFIED COPY MUST BE PROVIDED. HVAC CHANGEOUTS REQUIRE A RECORDED NOTICE OF COMMENCEMENT WHEN THE COSTS ARE $7500 AND ABOVE.
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Permitting Application Forms & Information
The following application forms must be printed and hand-delivered, mailed, or (depending on the form) faxed back to the Building Inspections Department. We are currently unable to accept forms via e-mail. A separate building permit is required for each individual building. Download the latest version of Adobe Reader
BUILDING: (New Construction or Alterations)
ELECTRICAL:
PLUMBING-GAS-MECHANICAL FORMS:
MISCELLANEOUS FORMS:
Permit Fee Estimate Information/Forms:
Please select and complete a Permit Fee Estimate Form below that is suitable to your project for receipt of an estimate of permitting fees. Completed forms should be faxed to (850) 595-3403. Your fee estimate will be faxed back to you. Remember: This is only a permit fee estimate. The exact final costs will be determined upon completion of the permit application process.
Building Permit Fee Estimate Form ***NEW***
Code Compliance Review Fee Estimate ***NEW***
Electrical Permit Fee Estimate Form ***NEW***
Gas Permit Fee Estimate Form ***NEW***
New Construction Permit Fee Estimate Form Package ***NEW***
Mechanical Permit Fee Estimate Form ***NEW***
Plumbing Permit Fee Estimate Form ***NEW***
TRUST ACCOUNTS:
This application is used to apply for a Contractor Trust Account. The purpose of a Trust Account is for depositing money into an account, allowing contractors to fax in their permit applications. This is only for all repetitive permits that do not need any land use certification or plans review. The establishment of a Trust Account requires a minimum $310 deposit; $10 of which is a fee for setting up the account. Complete instructions and procedures regarding Trust Accounts are contained on the two-page application form. NOTE: The original signed and notarized form must be hand-delivered or mailed.
Escrow Account Application
FIRE SAFETY FORMS:
Joseph E. Quinn, Fire Marshal
(850) 595-1810
