Kendall Mechanical / HVAC Permit Requirements (2026 Checklist)

Mechanical / HVAC Permit checklist for Kendall

Portal: EPS Portal or E-Permitting (for trade permits without plan review)
MDC Building Permit Application (Mechanical) — latest version, signed and notarized
Mechanical Fee Sheet — REQUIRED as part of application
MDC Contractor Registration — licensed mechanical contractor registered with MDC
Plans (digitally signed & sealed) — when plan review required
Notice of Commencement — job value ≥ $15,000 for AC/HVAC (higher threshold than general $5,000)
E-Permitting available for mechanical permits WITHOUT plan review — 2 AM to 5 PM, 7 days/week
AHRI Certificate required — verifying matched system components (indoor/outdoor units)
GotchaAC replacement forms are PER-SYSTEM — one form per system being replaced
Load calculations REQUIRED if changing equipment size — cannot just 'match existing'
SEER ratings must meet current minimums (SEER2 15 for split systems per current DOE standards)
Condensate drain must be visible and accessible
Miami-Dade NOA required for outdoor condensing units and all exterior HVAC components
GotchaSenate Bill 612 (July 2024) — changed line-side electrical rules for AC installations; separate electrical permit may be needed for line-side work
NoteRaised Existing Roof Mount permits (Mechanical 50) — rough inspections apply

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

Frequently asked questions

Where do I submit a permit application in Kendall?

Yellow Form - signed and notarized.

Do I need a Notice of Commencement in Kendall?

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

Is Kendall in the High Velocity Hurricane Zone (HVHZ)?

Yes. Kendall is in the HVHZ, which affects product approval and wind load requirements.

What gets a mechanical / HVAC application rejected in Kendall?

AC replacement forms are PER-SYSTEM — one form per system being replaced. Senate Bill 612 (July 2024) — changed line-side electrical rules for AC installations; separate electrical permit may be needed for line-side work.

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