Fort Lauderdale Mechanical / HVAC Permit Requirements (2026 Checklist)

Mechanical / HVAC Permit checklist for Fort Lauderdale

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Broward County Uniform Permit Application with Mechanical box checked — BLACK INK
Licensed HVAC contractor required — registered with City of Fort Lauderdale
Insurance certificate holder MUST read: 'City of Fort Lauderdale, 700 NW 19th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311'
Mechanical A/C Change-out Checklist (city-specific form)
A/C Data Sheet for Residential and Light Commercial A/C Replacements (city-specific form)
GotchaA/C Data Sheet is PER SYSTEM — submit separate form for each system being replaced
AHRI Certificate required — must match indoor/outdoor unit combination
Equipment specifications and cut sheets
Load calculations (Manual J) for new installations and capacity changes
Duct layout drawings for new ductwork
Energy code compliance documentation
NOC required if job value exceeds $5,000
GotchaSenate Bill 612 (effective July 2024) — changed line-side electrical disconnect rules for A/C replacements. Verify current requirements.
NoteEmergency A/C repairs — check with Building Department on notification requirements before starting 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 mechanical / HVAC application rejected in Fort Lauderdale?

A/C Data Sheet is PER SYSTEM — submit separate form for each system being replaced. Senate Bill 612 (effective July 2024) — changed line-side electrical disconnect rules for A/C replacements. Verify current requirements.

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