Common rejection reasons in Boca Raton
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1DO NOT USE C2Gov for new applications — use Boca eHub (bocaehub.com) ONLY. C2Gov applications will be rejected.
2Each plan sheet MUST be its own SEPARATE FILE — no multi-page PDFs for plan sheets. Product approvals/specs/energy calcs CAN be multi-page.
3Work without permit = TRIPLE the standard fee (not double, not a flat penalty — TRIPLE)
4Work before required Development Order (IDA, SPA, etc.) = TRIPLE the standard fee
5Occupancy before TCO or CO approval = TRIPLE fee
6Notarization required if job value $5,000+ ($15,000+ for HVAC). Owner/Builder: Sections 7 & 8 notarized REGARDLESS of value.
7Separate application forms required for main contractor AND each licensed subcontractor. Sub apps must be signed/notarized by qualifier if >$5,000.
8Accessory structures (pools, docks, decks, screen enclosures, fences, generators/transfer switches) are SEPARATE applications with SEPARATE permit numbers — cannot combine under one building permit.
9Owner/Builder: Must be SFR, must be listed owner, property cannot be business-owned, must currently live there (not renting), sub permit apps must be completed by owner (contractor-completed apps NOT accepted).
10NOC must be recorded at PBC Clerk of Court AND posted on job site BEFORE first inspection. Status must show 'posted' before permit issuance.
11Plan review corrections accepted ONLY after review cycle is complete — mid-cycle correction submissions are REJECTED.
12If you create a new application on eHub when you already have one, the new one must be revoked and documents moved — delays your project.
13Community Appearance Board (CAB) approval required for new construction, building additions ($300 fee), alterations/mechanical/painting ($150 fee).
14HOA Affidavit required for properties in HOA communities — must attest HOA has been notified and work complies with HOA By-Laws.
15Contractor registration is done through Boca eHub — documents NOT accepted via email for initial registration.
16Digital Signature Affidavit required if plans are signed/sealed electronically — physical form must be hand-delivered or couriered to building division.
17Palm Beach County is NOT in HVHZ. Uses Wind-Borne Debris Region standards. Uses FL Product Approval (NOT MDC NOA). HVHZ Chapters 15/16 do NOT apply.
18All rooftop mechanical equipment being replaced/altered/relocated must be secured on rooftop curbs or engineered stands per wind resistance requirements (Section 19-33(2)).
19TCO fees escalate significantly — 1st extension $3K-$8K, 2nd $5K-$15K, 3rd $10K-$25K, 4th+ $25K-$50K.
20Expired permit renewal is max $182 (one-time only by Building Official) — NOT a percentage of original fee.
21Pre-Permit Construction Agreement (PPCA) available for commercial/multifamily INTERIOR buildouts ONLY — 0.50% valuation ($750 min, $3,948 max).
22Fire permit fees are IN ADDITION to building permit fees — fire alarm/sprinkler at 1.60%, new construction/additions at 0.50% of valuation.
23Application closure/refund processing fee is $255 (non-refundable). After 3+ resubmittals only 10% refund. After public notice/hearing 0% refund.
24Driveway min width 12 ft, max 24 ft. Max 2 driveways per plot (3 for corner lots or >200 ft frontage). Min 25 ft from intersection. Min 20 ft separation.
25Contractor must have ladder in place at time of inspection for access to all work performed when required (Section 19-152).
26Change of Contractor requires notarized signatures from BOTH owner AND new contractor qualifier, plus updated NOC if >$5,000.
27Payment convenience fee up to 2.0% charged for credit/debit card transactions.
28Window/Door/Shutter permit applies ONLY if altering/modifying an EXISTING opening. If creating ANY new opening, need Addition/Int/Ext permit instead.
29Fence — As-Built Survey may be required at owner's expense if Chief Building Official determines fence may encroach on adjacent properties/easements/ROW.
30Fence must NOT obstruct safe sight distance triangle per FDOT Green Book Index #546.
31Pool — Form Board Survey required PRIOR to slab being poured.
32Demolition requires: Adjacent Owner Notification Letter, FPL + FPU Disconnect Letters, Recorded Warranty Deed, Refrigerant Affidavit, Propane Gas Affidavit, Demolition Letter to Building Official.
33Electric Water Heater Changeout — TOTAL BALANCE due at time of submittal (not just 1% deposit like other permits).