Hollywood Mechanical / HVAC Permit Requirements (2026 Checklist)

Mechanical / HVAC Permit checklist for Hollywood

Completed Broward County Uniform Permit Application (Mechanical checked) — signed by Owner/Agent and Contractor
Letter of Transmittal for ePermit submittals
Licensed Mechanical Contractor required
Certificates of insurance showing 'City of Hollywood, Department of Development Services, 2600 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, FL 33020' as certificate holder
AHRI Certificate of Product Ratings for A/C equipment being installed
Completed 'Broward County Uniform Data Form for Residential and Light Commercial Air Conditioning Replacements'
Attachment details for equipment exposed to outside — Florida Product Approval OR Miami-Dade NOA tie-down detail OR original signed/sealed engineer attachment plans — tie-downs MUST be highlighted on engineered NOA
Must indicate on job description if this is a REPLACEMENT or ADDITIONAL A/C
If electrical work involved, submit sub-permit application from licensed Electrical Contractor
Condo/HOA Association approval letter if applicable
Recorded NOC before first inspection if job cost exceeds $15,000 (per AC checklist updated 8/20/24)
GotchaEquipment setbacks — 3' minimum side/rear, 12' if adjacent to side street, NOT permitted in front 25' (measured from front property line)
GotchaIf visible from public right-of-way, must indicate screening method (landscape, fence, etc.)
GotchaIf property is in Historic District, must provide A/C equipment location with setbacks AND method of screening with photos
NoteA/C changeouts are eligible for Express Permitting via Accela portal
NoteMechanical Equipment Certificate form available from city
NoteSenate Bill 612 (July 2024) changed line-side electrical disconnect rules — verify compliance

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 mechanical / HVAC application rejected in Hollywood?

Equipment setbacks — 3' minimum side/rear, 12' if adjacent to side street, NOT permitted in front 25' (measured from front property line). If visible from public right-of-way, must indicate screening method (landscape, fence, etc.). If property is in Historic District, must provide A/C equipment location with setbacks AND method of screening with photos.

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