The Broward Form 503 147 is a plumbing permit application administered by the Building Code Services Division, which operates under the Department of Urban Planning and Redevelopment in Broward County, Florida. This permit is required for any plumbing-related construction activity governed by the 2004 Florida Building Code. Contractors, property owners, and authorized representatives must file this application before any covered work begins. See Broward County Building Code and Permits for additional official guidance.
The application covers additions to existing plumbing systems, alterations, new construction, repairs, and demolitions. It also applies to water service connections, backflow prevention device installation and recertification, water heater installation, irrigation system construction, and other work requiring county approval. Understanding which category applies to your project helps ensure you file the correct documents from the start and avoids permit denials or work stoppages.
To complete the permit application accurately, gather the job address, the estimated dollar value of the work, and contact information for the property owner, contracting firm, and any architects or engineers involved. Bonding company and mortgage lender information is also required when applicable. All plumbing work described in the application must comply with Broward County's construction and zoning laws and the requirements of the 2004 Florida Building Code.
The permit application includes a compliance certification. Applicants affirm that all work will be performed safely, to code, and with all required inspections completed. Failure to obtain a permit before work begins can result in fines and required demolition of unpermitted construction. For backflow-related projects, the Backflow Assembly Test Report is often also required alongside the plumbing permit.
Some plumbing projects also require approvals from other government agencies before work can legally begin. Zoning variances, environmental permits, or utility provider agreements may be needed depending on the scope. Review all applicable requirements with the Building Code Services Division before submitting. For other Florida construction documents, the general plumbing permit application covers similar work in other jurisdictions.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Form Name | Broward Form 503 147 |
| Form Length | 2 pages |
| Fillable? | No |
| Fillable fields | 0 |
| Avg. time to fill out | 30 sec |
| Other names | broward plumbing permit, Broward 503-147, broward county plumbing permit application, lauderdale by the sea building permit form |