The City of Lake Worth Beach Building Division issues building permits and conducts inspections for construction in the city. Applications can be submitted online or in person.
What requires a building permit in Lake Worth Beach?
Building permits are required to construct, modify, repair, demolish or alter buildings in Lake Worth Beach. The Building Division lists limited exceptions, such as replacing interior doors in single-family homes, interior drywall repairs of less than three sheets, and replacing lights, outlets and switches. Since July 2026, some small residential projects under $7,500 may qualify for an exemption, but the exemption must be requested before work starts.
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| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Office | Building Division, 1900 2nd Ave N, Lake Worth Beach, FL 33461 |
| Phone | 561-586-1647 |
| Inspection line | 561-586-1691 (automated) |
| Hours | Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. |
Lake Worth Beach permit types
Lake Worth Beach uses one master permit application for all kinds of work, with the city's own form or the Palm Beach County universal permit application. The online application lists structure, shutter, electrical, mechanical, plumbing and pool permit types.
| Permit category |
|---|
| Building |
| Electrical |
| Mechanical |
| Plumbing |
Lake Worth Beach building permit cost
Lake Worth Beach permit fees are set in the city's Comprehensive Fee Schedule, which is part of the city's operating budget on its Finance Documents page. Same-day inspections carry additional fees.
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- Building — The Building Division issues local building permits and conducts construction inspections.
- Electrical — Its own application type, with separate electrical contractor details.
- Mechanical — Its own application type, with separate mechanical contractor details.
- Plumbing — Its own application type, with separate plumbing contractor details.
How to get a building permit in Lake Worth Beach
Confirm the address is inside Lake Worth Beach and determine the permit categories required by the work.
Complete the city master permit application or the Palm Beach County universal permit application and assemble the documents the work needs.
Submit the application online through the Lake Worth Beach Online Service Portal or in person at the Building Division.
Respond to technical review comments and provide any missing signed, sealed, zoning, survey or historic-district materials that apply.
Pay the city-assessed fees and obtain the issued permit before beginning regulated work.
Schedule inspections online or through the automated line at (561) 586-1691; next-day requests must be made by 4:00 p.m.
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Request inspections through the city's automated phone line at (561) 586-1691 or online. Next-day inspections must be scheduled by 4:00 p.m. For a same-day inspection, call 561-586-1647 to check inspector availability; additional fees apply.
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
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These are the primary sources behind this guide. Codes, fee schedules and procedures change — confirm the position for your filing date.
- Florida Building Commission - current code
- City of Lake Worth Beach Building Division
- Online building permit application
Lake Worth Beach permit FAQ
Who issues building permits in Lake Worth Beach?
The City of Lake Worth Beach Building Division issues permits and conducts inspections for construction projects inside the city.
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Yes, through the city's Online Service Portal. Applications are also accepted in person at the Building Division.
What is the inspection cutoff?
The city states that next-day inspection requests must be scheduled by 4:00 p.m. the day before.
Are electrical, mechanical and plumbing separate permit categories?
Yes. The online application lists electrical, mechanical and plumbing as separate application types.
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