Fort Lauderdale Electrical Permit Requirements (2026 Checklist)

Electrical Permit checklist for Fort Lauderdale

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Broward County Uniform Permit Application with Electrical box checked — BLACK INK, signed by Owner AND Contractor
Licensed electrical contractor required — must be registered with City of Fort Lauderdale
Insurance certificate holder MUST read: 'City of Fort Lauderdale, 700 NW 19th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311'
Riser diagram — signed/sealed by Architect/Engineer OR notarized by Electrical Contractor qualifier — must show service size, conductor sizes, panel schedules, grounding electrode system
Load calculation required for ALL service changes; for panel changes only if adding loads
AIC (Available Interrupt Current) rating and calculation required for service changes
Two (2) sets of plans — signed and sealed showing scope of electrical work
Two (2) sets of cut sheets for fire alarm equipment
Smoke alarm compliance notation on plans required for residential service changes — must comply with F.S. 553.895
NOC required if job value exceeds $5,000
Electrical Overhead or Underground Service form (city-specific form)
Emergency Generators form (if applicable)
Temporary Electrical Pole Diagram (if applicable)
Uniform Notice of Low Voltage Alarm System (if applicable)
GotchaProduct approvals (NOAs) must be CIRCLED not highlighted on all HVHZ electrical equipment
GotchaFire alarm shop drawings must be prepared by installing trade
NoteService changes — FPL coordination required. Contact inspector for disconnect/reconnect procedures.
NoteSenate Bill 612 (July 2024) changed line-side electrical rules — verify current requirements for AC-related electrical work

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

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a Notice of Commencement in Fort Lauderdale?

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 Fort Lauderdale building department whether it is due at application or before the first inspection.

What gets a electrical application rejected in Fort Lauderdale?

Product approvals (NOAs) must be CIRCLED not highlighted on all HVHZ electrical equipment. Fire alarm shop drawings must be prepared by installing trade.

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