City of Lake Mary Building Division is the local authority that processes building permits, reviews plans and performs inspections for construction within the city. The division states that it enforces the Florida Building Code, City ordinances and applicable state statutes.
What requires a building permit in Lake Mary?
Lake Mary requires permits for construction and alteration work regulated by the Florida Building Code and publishes a formal building permit application together with a separate document listing work that does not require a permit. The city also publishes dedicated forms for demolition, fire permits, plumbing work, temporary power, revisions and permit extensions.
The building permit application asks whether trees will be removed; if so, a separate arbor permit application must be submitted. If the parcel is in the Special Flood Hazard Area, a floodplain determination must be submitted. The city also publishes plan submittal requirements for a new single-family residence.
- Common permit scopes — New construction, additions, alterations, pools, demolition, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, gas, fire systems, tents and other work identified on the city’s application and fee pages.
- Related approvals — An arbor permit when trees are removed, and a floodplain determination for parcels in the Special Flood Hazard Area.
Who handles permitting in Lake Mary?
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Office | 911 Wallace Court, Lake Mary, FL 32746 |
| Permit staff | 407-585-1361 / 407-585-1371 |
| Inspection line | 407-585-1441 |
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Get a free quote →Lake Mary uses an online permit portal for submittals and a separate Web Inspections system for scheduling and results. To register as a contractor, email your state licence, workers' compensation and general liability insurance (with the City of Lake Mary listed as certificate holder) to permitinfo@lakemaryfl.com.
Lake Mary permit types and local requirements
Lake Mary issues building permits and separate trade and specialty permits, each with its own fee schedule or application.
| Permit scope | Lake Mary treatment | City form or fee page |
|---|---|---|
| New construction / additions / alterations | Building permit | Dedicated building application and valuation-based fee schedule. |
| Electrical | Separate trade fee structure | Electrical permit fee page lists alterations, service work, new construction and temporary power. |
| Plumbing | Separate worksheet / trade fee | Plumbing worksheet and plumbing fee schedule. |
| Mechanical | Separate trade fee structure | Mechanical valuation tiers are published independently. |
| Fire | Separate fire permit application | Fire permit application is listed with Building forms. |
| Demolition | Separate application | Demolition application is published by the city. |
| Pool / enclosure | Building permit category | Pool and enclosure fees are included with building fees. |
Lake Mary’s applications page also includes forms for changes of contractor, deferred submittals, product approvals, permit reactivation/extensions, revisions and temporary or pre-power requests.
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Lake Mary publishes building and trade fees rather than a single flat permit charge. For new construction, alterations, additions, pools or pool enclosures, the city lists a non-refundable application fee of 0.075% of documented construction value with a $5 minimum, plan review at 0.45%, a permit fee of 0.75% with a $35 minimum, and an inspection fee of 0.45%.
Electrical additions, alterations, repairs or changes of service are listed at 0.75% of documented electrical valuation with a $35 minimum. New electrical construction is listed at $0.55 per amp with a $35 minimum; temporary service is $50 and a pre-power agreement is $90.
Mechanical additions, alterations or repairs are listed at 0.75% of documented mechanical valuation with a $35 minimum, while new mechanical construction uses published valuation tiers. Plumbing alterations, additions or repairs are listed at 0.75% of documented plumbing value with a $35 minimum; new plumbing construction is listed as $35 plus $7 per fixture unit.
Specialty, fire, site, arbor and right-of-way fees are on separate city fee pages.
Lake Mary building and trade responsibility
The Lake Mary Building Division’s published program description states that its construction inspections include structural, electrical, plumbing, mechanical and gas work at applicable stages. The city also publishes separate electrical, plumbing and mechanical fee schedules and a dedicated fire permit application.
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Call 1-855-478-4290 →| Trade | Handled by | Local detail |
|---|---|---|
| Building / structural | City of Lake Mary Building Division | Building plan review and structural inspections. |
| Electrical | City Building Division | Separate fee schedule; inspection codes are published. |
| Plumbing | City Building Division | Separate worksheet and fee schedule. |
| Mechanical | City Building Division | Separate valuation-based fee schedule. |
| Gas | City Building Division | Included in the city’s listed inspection responsibilities. |
| Fire review | City process | Dedicated fire permit application; city states it uses the 8th Edition Florida Fire Prevention Code. |
The city also states that as of December 31, 2023 it enforces the 8th Edition (2023) Florida Building Code and the 2020 NEC.
How to apply for a Lake Mary permit
Decide whether the work is building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, fire, demolition, pool or another permit type. The city's "Building Work Not Requiring a Permit" list shows what is exempt.
If trees will be removed, file a separate arbor permit application. If the parcel is in the Special Flood Hazard Area, include a floodplain determination.
Prepare the signed application, contractor credentials, contract or proposal, site information, construction plans and any project-specific energy, product-approval or specialty forms.
Upload the application and plans through the city's online permit portal and answer review comments there.
Pay the application, plan review, permit, inspection and trade fees calculated from the city's fee schedules.
Inspection requests for the next business day must be scheduled by 2:00 p.m. Use Web Inspections or the city inspection line and complete all required finals before closeout.
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Lake Mary states that inspections must be scheduled by 2:00 p.m. for the next business day. The city provides a Web Inspections system where permit holders can schedule, cancel or reschedule inspections and view results; the published inspection telephone number is 407-585-1441.
The city publishes inspection request codes for building, electrical, fire, mechanical and plumbing inspections.
Florida building code
The Florida Building Code, 8th Edition (2023), has applied statewide since 31 December 2023; the Florida Building Commission has proposed the 9th Edition (2026) to take effect on 31 December 2026. Florida permit rules
Lake Mary permit FAQ
Who issues building permits in Lake Mary?
The City of Lake Mary Building Division processes permits, performs plan review and conducts building-code inspections within the city.
Does Lake Mary accept online permit applications?
Yes. Applications and plans are submitted through the city's online permit portal.
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Get a free quote →How late can I request a next-business-day inspection?
Lake Mary states that inspection requests must be scheduled by 2:00 p.m. for the next business day.
How are Lake Mary building permit fees calculated?
For new construction, additions, alterations, pools and pool enclosures, the city publishes percentage-based application, plan-review, permit and inspection fees tied to documented construction value.
Are electrical, plumbing and mechanical fees separate?
Yes. Lake Mary publishes separate electrical, plumbing and mechanical fee schedules.
Official Lake Mary permitting resources
These are the primary sources behind this guide. Codes, fee schedules and procedures change — confirm the position for your filing date.
- Florida Building Commission — 8th Edition (2023)
- Plumbing Permit Fees
- Mechanical Permit Fees
- Electrical Permit Fees
- Building Fee Schedule
- Applications & Forms
- Lake Mary Building Division
- Fee Schedule
- Web Inspections
- Lake Mary online permit portal
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