Permit Expeditor Fees
A Building Permit Expeditor navigates the complex permitting process required for construction and renovation projects. Acting on behalf of the homeowner, contractor, or architect, the expeditor ensures all necessary documentation is completed accurately and submitted promptly to the local building department. Their primary goal is to streamline the approval process, minimize costly delays, and keep projects on track through to the issuance of the final permit.
The fees listed below are provided for general reference purposes only and represent average estimates within the industry. Actual fees may vary based on location, market conditions, permit expeditor company, individual contractors, and local building departments.
Expeditor service fees typically start at $500
For projects that require multiple permits or ongoing coordination call us directly for a professional consultation and project evaluation.
Typical duties and responsibilities of your professional certified permit expeditor.
- Permit Application & Documentation
- Prepare and submit accurate permit applications to the appropriate building department
- Provide notary services when required
- Submit revisions or corrections as needed
- Review Process & Compliance
- Ensure compliance with zoning laws, building codes, and local regulations
- Resolve plan corrections, discrepancies, or objections raised during the review
- Meet with plan reviewers, zoning officials, and regulatory agencies as needed
- Project Coordination
- Track application progress and resolve delays or issues
- Act as a liaison between the homeowner, contractors, and building department officials
- Communication & Scheduling
- Provide regular updates on permit status and inspection timelines
- Assist with scheduling inspections and attend when needed
Please note: The expeditor fee is separate from the permit fees charged by the building department.
Building Permit Fees
Building permit fees are assessed by the local building department to cover the review of your application, required inspections, and the issuance of the final permit. These fees are separate from expeditor or contractor service fees.
Administrative and municipal Fees and expenses often associated with construction or a project facing a permit violation.
- Permit Processing Fee: Based on project valuation. Example: 1.85% of value in Broward County ($125 min).
- Double Fee Penalty: If work has started without a permit
- Trade Permit Fees: $400+ per trade (plumbing, electrical, HVAC)
- Re-Inspection Fee: $90 per failed inspection (first waived for owner-builders)
Other Fees often associated with unpermitted work and code violations
Licensed General Contractor and Trade Contractor Fees
State-licensed contractors play a critical role in the permitting and construction process. When a licensed contractor signs off on a permit, they are legally affirming that all work will comply with the standards established by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
To meet state and municipal requirements, contractors must:
- Sign and notarize all building permit applications
- Maintain active general liability and workers compensation insurance
- Be registered with the applicable local building department
Contractor service fees vary depending on the scope and type of permit:
- Trade Contractor Fees (e.g., electrical, plumbing, mechanical): Starting at $400+ per permit
- General Contractor Fees (for structural or multi-trade permits): Starting at $1,500+
Please Note: Charges for corrective work—including repairs, code compliance, or remediation of unpermitted construction—are separate from contractor sign-off fees.
Corrective Work Charges
Corrective work charges refer to the actual costs associated with bringing a project into full code compliance. This may include demolition, repairs, upgrades, or modifications necessary to pass inspections and secure final permit approval.
- Cost varies significantly based on the scope of violations and extent of work required
- To ensure compliance and accountability, all corrective work should be performed or managed by the licensed contractors who have signed off on the associated permits.
For more information about how Construction Permit Resolutions INC. will restart your stalled project or successfully navigate you project through the complex permitting process call us at 954-650-5992 for comprehensive project evaluation with our certified permit expiditing team
