Hollywood Driveway Permit Requirements (2026 Checklist)

Driveway Permit checklist for Hollywood

Completed Broward County Uniform Permit Application (Engineering) from licensed Structural Contractor or owner-builder
Current signed/sealed property survey — must be less than 1 year old from application date; NO previous markups
Survey Affidavit if survey is 1-10 years old (for certain scope of work including driveways)
Site plan showing location of existing and/or proposed driveway with proper setbacks, dimensions, and material
Homeowner Affidavit — required for stamped concrete and paver driveways
Tree Permit Application with Tree Protection Plan if trees adjacent to work area
Recorded NOC before first inspection if contract price exceeds $5,000
GotchaSurvey must be LESS THAN 1 YEAR OLD for driveway permits — affidavit only extends to 10 years; over 10 years = rejected, new survey required
GotchaSurvey must be CLEAN COPY with no markups — marked-up surveys are rejected
GotchaHomeowner Affidavit required specifically for stamped concrete and paver driveways — not for standard concrete
Gotcha20% of front yard area must remain as landscaped open space
GotchaCurb cut cannot exceed 30% of lot width; smaller lots may have max 18' curb cut even if > 30%
Gotcha3' minimum setback from side property line for driveways and sidewalks on private property
GotchaMulti-family or commercial driveway — ZONING must review (not just Engineering)
GotchaHistoric District — new circular driveways require Board approval + Planning (Historic) review; new/replacement driveways must be semi-pervious (pavers or concrete with landscaping between slabs)
NoteMost common inspection denials: not matching plan dimensions, not following setbacks, failure to repair existing damaged sidewalk
NoteEngineering review fee: $57 for SFR site paving or driveway

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

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a Notice of Commencement in Hollywood?

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

What gets a driveway application rejected in Hollywood?

Survey must be LESS THAN 1 YEAR OLD for driveway permits — affidavit only extends to 10 years; over 10 years = rejected, new survey required. Survey must be CLEAN COPY with no markups — marked-up surveys are rejected. Homeowner Affidavit required specifically for stamped concrete and paver driveways — not for standard concrete.

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