Palm Springs, Florida Building Permit Guide

In the Village of Palm Springs, the Planning, Zoning & Building Department at 226 Cypress Lane issues building and trade permits, and applications are filed in the Village’s MaintStar online portal. Common residential permits such as a fence, water heater or A/C change-out cost $100, and plan review averages about ten days.

What requires a building permit in Palm Springs?

The Village building permit application covers structural, roofing, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, fire and gas work, and states that separate permits are needed for electrical work, plumbing, signs, wells, pools, furnaces, boilers, heaters, tanks and air conditioners. The Village’s forms and checklists also cover:

Palm Springs building department: who handles permitting

The Planning, Zoning & Building Department issues building permits, land alteration and tree removal permits, right-of-way permits and business tax receipts, and reviews site plans, variances and zoning changes. Zoning questions may need an appointment with the Village Planner. Staff help by phone and email.

Palm Springs permit types and forms

Every building permit application must be notarized by both the owner and the contractor, whatever the value of the work. The Village’s Forms & Applications page also has:

• Contractor Registration Application and the contractor’s and homeowner’s Affidavit to Appoint an Agent to pull permits
• Owner Builder Permitting Affidavit
• AC Change Out Form and Water Heater Change Out Form
• Reroofing Installation Summary Forms 100 (shingle), 200 (tile), 300 (metal) and 400 (flat), the Sheathing Affidavit and the Roof Inspection Policy
• Window & Door Schedule
• Easement Hold Harmless Agreement and utility Easement Consent Forms for pavers, concrete, fences and driveways in easements
• Asbestos Notification Statement for all demolitions and renovations
• Zoning and Driveway Permit Application, Change of Contractor, Revision & Comment Plan Review Form and Notice to Building Official of Special Inspector

Checklists cover fence and wall permits, demolition, electrical load calculations, lot coverage, construction debris and project close-out.

Palm Springs building permit cost

The Village’s 2026 General Schedule of Fees (Resolution 2026-09, effective March 12, 2026) lists these building charges; a separate Building Permit Fees schedule sets fees for other work.

Every construction-related permit also carries a surcharge of 2.5% of the permit and plan review fees, with a $4 minimum, collected at submittal. The first re-inspection is free; the second costs $100 and the third and later ones $200. Impact fees for new construction are covered under local details below.

Trade permits in Palm Springs

Electrical, mechanical, plumbing, roofing, fire and gas work are marked on the same Village building permit application, and the application states that electrical, plumbing and air-conditioning work need their own permits. A/C and water heater change-outs each have their own Village form and a $100 permit fee, and electrical service work uses the Village’s electrical load calculation sheet. Only the contractor can request inspections.

How to get a building permit in Palm Springs

Inspections in Palm Springs

Inspections are required on all permits and must be booked at least 24 hours ahead, online or on the inspection line at 561-584-8284. Requests made before 2:00 p.m. on a business day are scheduled for the next business day; later requests go to the business day after. Inspections cannot be booked more than two business days ahead, and there are no weekend inspections.

Only the contractor can request an inspection, giving the contractor’s name, property address, permit number, inspection type and a contact number. Inspections run between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.; the Village posts each inspector’s time frames online, and you can confirm a booking by calling 561-584-8280 after 2:30 p.m. The permit must be on site and someone from the company must be there to meet the inspector, with no exceptions.

Local Palm Springs details

Village impact fees: since June 21, 2021 all new construction pays Village parks and recreation and law enforcement impact fees, collected at or before permit issuance. For a single-family home they are $659 and $271.44 under 1,500 sq ft, $731 and $301.60 from 1,500 to 2,499 sq ft, and $819 and $337.51 at 2,500 sq ft or more.

County impact fees: applicants who owe Palm Beach County non-transportation impact fees must pay them directly to the county and give the Village proof of payment before the permit is issued. New residential projects also need a school capacity availability determination from the Palm Beach County School District.

Flood zones: the Village points applicants to FEMA for the elevation certificate and the floodproofing certificate for non-residential buildings.

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

Palm Springs permit search and official 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
• Village Schedule of Fees
• Village inspection information
• Planning, Zoning & Building Department
• Permit application / online portal
• 2026 General Schedule of Fees (PDF)
• Planning, Zoning & Building fees and impact fees
• Palm Springs forms and applications
• Palm Springs permit checklists

Palm Springs permit FAQ

Who handles building permits in Palm Springs?

The Village of Palm Springs Planning, Zoning & Building Department, at 226 Cypress Lane. Call 561-584-8280 with questions.

How much is a fence or A/C permit in Palm Springs?

$100 each under the 2026 schedule, the same as a water heater replacement, plus the 2.5% surcharge.

How long does plan review take?

The Village says the average plan review takes ten days, and less for small applications.

Does the permit application need to be notarized?

Yes. Every building permit application must be notarized by both the owner and the contractor, regardless of the value of the work.

How do I schedule an inspection?

The contractor books it online or on 561-584-8284 at least 24 hours ahead; requests before 2:00 p.m. go to the next business day.

Are there impact fees on a new home?

Yes. The Village charges parks and law enforcement impact fees of about $930 to $1,157 depending on size, and Palm Beach County impact fees are paid to the county.

Simplify Palm Springs permitting with Alliance Permitting

Alliance Permitting is a permit documentation and submission company in Florida. We prepare your paperwork, file it correctly and coordinate with the permitting authority through issuance. We are not a contractor and we do not perform licensed plan review or inspections; that work stays with your licensed team and the jurisdiction.

This guide is provided by Alliance Permitting for general information about Palm Springs permitting. Requirements, fees, and procedures change; confirm details with the permitting authority before relying on them.