BuildingPermitCost How Orange County calculates your permit fee
The county charges a building permit fee using a fee table based on project value, with a $26.00 minimum.
The fee table
One and two family dwelling
| Project value | Fee |
|---|---|
| $1 – $1,000 | $26.00 |
| Over $1,000 | $26.00 for the first $1,000 + $4.00 per additional $1,000 or fraction |
Commercial/multifamily new construction
| Project value | Fee |
|---|---|
| $1 – $1,000 | $26.00 |
| Over $1,000 | $26.00 for the first $1,000 + $5.00 per additional $1,000 or fraction |
Commercial/multifamily other than new construction
| Project value | Fee |
|---|---|
| $1 – $1,000 | $26.00 |
| Over $1,000 | $26.00 for the first $1,000 + $5.00 per additional $1,000 or fraction |
Added to every matching permit
- Zoning residential plans review, one and two family new construction: a flat $35.00 (Residential · new construction)
- Zoning residential plans review, one and two family other than new construction: a flat $33.00 (Residential · remodels and alterations)
Surcharges
- Florida state surcharges (F.S. 468.631 and 553.721): 2.5% of the permit fee, minimum $4.00
What counts as project value
Higher of your bid or the valuation table. Valuation = floor area x the county's minimum valuation table (cost per sq ft by occupancy and construction type), unless the contract valuation is greater. R-3 one/two-family: VB $97, VA $104, IV $113 per sq ft; detached garages use U (VB $37); unfinished basements $15/sq ft; shell buildings deduct 20%.
Worked example: a $350,000 new home
- Building permit fee: $26.00 for the first $1,000.00 + $4.00 × 349 per $1,000.00 over = $1,422.00
- Zoning residential plans review, one and two family new construction: flat fee = $35.00
- Florida state surcharges (F.S. 468.631 and 553.721): 2.5% of $1,422.00 = $35.55
- Total before trade permits: $1,492.55.
Fees people miss
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Residential re-roofWhen: re-roof permits only | $27.00 first $1,000 of valuation, plus $5 per additional $1,000 or fraction |
| Demolition permitWhen: demolition only | $7.00 per 25,000 cubic feet or fraction, minimum $26, maximum $412 |
| Re-inspectionWhen: failed/missed inspection | $76.00 each |
| Private provider reductionWhen: private provider used | 75% of permit fee (plan review or inspections by private provider), 50% (both) |
| Permit amendmentWhen: amendments only | $28.00 each |
| Early start permitWhen: optional | $109.00 each |
| Accessory structures and uses to one and two family dwellings (building permit)When: accessory structures only (replaces the dwelling formula) | $27.00 first $1,000 of valuation, plus $4 per additional $1,000 or fraction |
Will fees go up?
The schedule provides for a 3% adjustment each October 1. Fees may increase each October 1 by the lesser of 3% or CPI-U; values here are as printed in the FY 2026-2027 directory.
How to apply
- Gather your plans and your project's total value.
- Submit to Division of Building Safety.
- Pay the permit and plan review fees when invoiced.
- Questions: (407) 836-5550