Key Biscayne Building Permit Application Form – Fill Out and Use This PDF

Department of Building, Zoning and Planning

Job Address____________________________________________________________________________________

Folio_________________________________ Description of Work________________________________________

Lot________________________ Block______________________________________________________________

Subdivision ________________ PB_______ PG_____ _________________________________________________

Current use of Property_____________________ Sq. Ft._________________ Units___________ Floors__________

Proposed use of Property____________________ Value of Work_______________ Bldg. Value________________

Tenant Info_______________________________ Tax Assessed/Appraised Value____________________________

Mall Unit Number__________________________ Flood Zone_______________ Base Flood Elev.______________

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Mission Statement: “TO PROVIDE A SAFE, QUALITY ENVIRONMENT FOR ALL ISLANDERS THROUGH RESPONSIBLE GOVERNMENT”

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NOTICES

1.PERMIT CARD: Do not begin any work unless a Building Permit is issued. Applying for a permit does not grant the right to begin construction. The Permit Card must be displayed on the property at all times.

2.HOURS OF CONSTRUCTION: Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Construction cannot occur on Saturdays, Sundays, and the following Holidays if noise is heard in the adjacent property or apartment or condominium: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King, Jr., Birthday (the third Monday in January), Washington's Birthday (the third Monday in February), Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, Columbus Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day. The use of heavy equipment for earth moving and compacting, concrete demolition, or pile driving is not permitted on Saturday, Sundays, or Holidays.

3.CONSTRUCTION TRAILERS and SIGNS: Trailers are prohibited on single and two family lots. Where permitted, trailer(s) require(s) permit. A 4 sq. ft. construction sign is permitted on private property set back 5 ft. from any property line.

4.PORTABLE TOILETS: Requires a separate permit and shall only be located on private property.

5.SITE APPEARANCE: All construction/demolition areas must be maintained in a clean, neat, and sanitary condition with sufficient on-site receptacles. Streets and neighboring property shall be kept free from dirt and debris. Protect swales from being damaged by equipment or vehicles. Equipment and materials shall not be stored overnight on the public right of way. New construction and substantial rehabilitation work requires a 42 in. plastic mesh fence or better around the entire site. Upon commencement of construction for a new home, substantial renovation of an existing home or the demolition of a home, a 42 in. plastic mesh fence or better shall be constructed. Upon the completion of the foundation, a 6 ft. chain link fence with mesh (controls dust) must be constructed no closer than 3 ft. to the pavement or adjacent to a sidewalk; whichever is applicable. The 6 ft. chain link fence may be removed and replaced with the 42 in. plastic mesh fence upon the installation of all of the drywall.

6.Do not discharge water into the right of way or storm drains without departmental approval. Dept. of Health and Rehabilitative Services (HRS) approval is required for applications involving septic tanks. Dept. of Environmental Resources Management (DERM) and/or Water and Sewer Department (WASD) approval is required for discharges into sewers.

Application is hereby made to obtain a permit to do work and installation as indicated. I certify that all work will be performed to meet the standards of all laws regulating construction in this jurisdiction. I understand that separate permits are required for ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, POOLS, MECHANICAL, WINDOW, FENCE, DRIVEWAY, ROOFING, and SIGNS and there may be additional permits required from other governmental agencies.

WARNING TO OWNER: Your failure to record a NOTICE OF COMMENCEMENT may result in you paying twice for improvements to your property. If you are spending more than $2,500 or intend to obtain financing, you may wish to consult with your attorney or lender before recording your Notice of Commencement. This Notice of Commencement is recorded at 22 NW 1st Street, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (305-275-1155). Once recorded, the Notice of Commencement must be posted at the job site in accordance with section 713.35 of the Florida Statutes.

The OWNER of the property shall provide disclosure, to the Building Official, of any work at the property in the prior twelve months. Further, I am fully aware that if the cumulative cost of work to my home or business under this and any other permit equals or exceeds fifty percent (50%) of the REPLACEMENT COST of the structure, then the entire structure must conform to the current code requirements of the South Florida Building Code.

OWNER’S AFFIDAVIT: I certify that all of the foregoing information is accurate.

Mission Statement: “TO PROVIDE A SAFE, QUALITY ENVIRONMENT FOR ALL ISLANDERS THROUGH RESPONSIBLE GOVERNMENT”

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Mission Statement: “TO PROVIDE A SAFE, QUALITY ENVIRONMENT FOR ALL ISLANDERS THROUGH RESPONSIBLE GOVERNMENT”

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