Do I need a Notice of Commencement in Deerfield Beach?

Florida law requires a recorded Notice of Commencement when the contract price is greater than $5,000 ($15,000 for repair or replacement of an existing heating or air conditioning system). Timing can vary, so confirm with the Deerfield Beach building department whether it is due at application or before the first inspection.

What gets a building application rejected in Deerfield Beach?

DFB-SPECIFIC — NOAs must be stamped 'approved' by DOR. This is stricter than most Broward cities. NOC required at SUBMITTAL, not at first inspection — different from most Broward cities. Insurance cert holder wording must match EXACTLY — '2 Avenue' not '2nd Avenue'.

Deerfield Beach Building Permit Requirements (2026 Checklist)

Building Permit checklist for Deerfield Beach

Submit via CAP Government online portal (since 12/15/2025) or in-person at 150 NE 2 Avenue, Deerfield Beach, FL 33441
Broward County Uniform Building Permit Application — BLACK INK, signed by Owner AND Contractor
Application must reflect total job value with cost breakdown, square footage, scope of work including Change of Use designation
Two (2) complete sets of plans signed and sealed by Designer of Record (as required by code)
Product Approvals (NOAs) stamped 'approved' by Designer of Record — raw NOAs NOT accepted
GotchaDFB-SPECIFIC — NOAs must be stamped 'approved' by DOR. This is stricter than most Broward cities.
HOA Affidavit Form required for ALL residential permits — even if NOT in an HOA
If property IS in an HOA, also provide formal HOA approval letter (Zoning review requirement)
Recorded Notice of Commencement required AT SUBMITTAL if job value exceeds $5,000
GotchaNOC required at SUBMITTAL, not at first inspection — different from most Broward cities
Contractor must be registered with DFB — requires: State/County License, Workers Comp, GL Insurance, County Occupational License
Insurance certificate holder MUST read: 'The City of Deerfield Beach / 150 NE 2 Avenue / Deerfield Beach, FL 33441'
GotchaInsurance cert holder wording must match EXACTLY — '2 Avenue' not '2nd Avenue'
No registration fees required for contractor registration
Sub-contractor applications required (as applicable) — complete and verify all records current
All outside agency approvals required BEFORE building dept submittal (Broward DER, Surface Water Mgmt, Transportation Concurrency, SWFMD, Hotel & Restaurants, DOH, Elevators, AHCA)
GotchaEPD approval required BEFORE Building Dept submittal — not concurrent
Elevator approval required BEFORE Building Dept submittal — allow 1 week review time
Two (2) copies Asbestos Statement (SRRA) for all demolition work
Two (2) complete sets fire alarm and/or fire sprinkler shop plans (as required)
Two (2) copies Special Inspector Forms as applicable (signed & sealed by Engineer AND Contractor)
Two (2) copies Structural Calculations (as required)
Two (2) sets Truss Drawings stamped as accepted by DOR (new construction/additions)
Energy calculations signed and sealed by engineer (not required for interiors only)
Current signed/sealed survey (not required for interiors only)
Geotechnical report (when required for foundation/structural work)
Original Development Review Committee Plans — stamped/original signed approved plans (not required for interiors only)
Owner/Agent letter with notarized signatures
Roof calculations (HVC) with NOAs and roof plan (not required for interiors only)
Roof truss shop drawings signed/sealed by engineer (not required for interiors only)
Fire sprinkler alarm drawings with hydraulic calcs and cut sheets (as applicable)
Flood certifications for new construction, substantial improvements, and additions
Elevation Certificate for flood zone properties
HVHZHigh Velocity Hurricane Zone applies (Broward County)
Permit fees: Up to $5,000 = $75; $5,001-$2M = 2.5%; $2M-$5M = 2%; Over $5M = 1.5%
Expired permit renewal: 50% of original permit fee
Work without permit penalty: DOUBLE the permit fee
Re-inspection fee: $75.00
3rd and subsequent plan review: $75 minimum per discipline
Private provider: 25% reduction (plan review + inspection), 15% (inspection only)
GotchaCondo owners CANNOT do their own work — must hire licensed contractor. Violation is FELONY under F.S. 489.127(1)(f)
Permit card must be displayed on front of unit visible from outside during work
Original permit documents must be on-site at time of inspections
Inspection requests by 3 PM for next business day
NotePayments made in-person at City cashier window. Provide Building Dept with copy of pay receipt for permit issuance.
NoteOnline payments incur transaction fee (effective Feb 1, 2023); in-person payments do NOT.
NoteRevisions after issuance: $75 minimum + $75/hour; need Revision Submittal form, Architect's Narrative, clouds and deltas
NoteBuilding Safety Inspection Program (BORA 05-05): 25-year program for qualifying buildings, then every 10 years. Exempt: SFR, duplex, 3-4 family ≤3 habitable stories.

Requirements change. Confirm the current checklist with the Deerfield Beach building department before you submit. See every permit type on the Deerfield Beach permit requirements page.

Deerfield Beach Building Permit Requirements

Check your building package.