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Pembroke Pines Permit Requirements

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Permit Types by Trade

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General / Structural4

Building Permit (General / New Construction / Addition)

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Portal: Development HUB (Energov) - https://pembrokepinesfl-energovweb.tylerhost.net/apps/selfservice
Building Department hours: Mon-Thu 7 AM - 6 PM - CLOSED FRIDAY
Application must be signed by qualifying contractor per F.S. 713.135 AND notarized
Homeowners Association Affidavit of Awareness - MANDATORY even if NOT in an HOA
+ 61 more checked during analysis

Screen/Balcony Enclosure Permit

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Broward County Uniform Building Permit Application (current revision)
Windows & Doors Package
Homeowners Association Affidavit of Awareness - MANDATORY even if not in HOA
Condo Approval Letter from Association (if applicable - for condo properties)
+ 19 more checked during analysis

Certificate of Occupancy / Completion

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Temporary Certificate of Occupancy (TCO): For buildings safe for occupancy but minor items remain incomplete
Requirements before requesting certificate:
- All linked permits must be completed
+ 19 more checked during analysis

Demolition Permit

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Broward County Uniform Building Permit Application (current revision)
Application signed and notarized
Asbestos: Notice of Renovation or Demolition Form (Asbestos Application) - city-specific form available
Broward County EPD approval required BEFORE demolition
+ 4 more checked during analysis

Roofing1

Re-Roof Permit

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Broward County Uniform Building Permit Application (current revision)
Application signed by Owner AND Contractor, notarized
Homeowners Association Affidavit of Awareness - MANDATORY even if not in an HOA
Roofing Package (HVHZ) - complete package with roof NOAs and roof plan
+ 15 more checked during analysis

Electrical4

Electrical Permit

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Broward County Uniform Electrical Permit Application (current revision) in BLACK INK
Values, SF, and quantities must be included on application
Application must be signed by Owner AND trade Contractor, and notarized
Copy of contractor license and insurance required with each application
+ 20 more checked during analysis

Generator Permit

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Broward County Uniform Electrical Permit Application (current revision)
Building Application (if applicable)
Plumbing Application (if applicable - gas line)
Homeowners Association Affidavit of Awareness - MANDATORY even if not in HOA
+ 13 more checked during analysis

Solar Panel / Photovoltaic Permit

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Broward County Uniform Electrical Permit Application (current revision)
Building Application (if applicable - structural attachment)
Signed and sealed drawings
Special Inspector Form (for plan review, if applicable)
+ 8 more checked during analysis

EV Charger Permit

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Broward County Uniform Electrical Permit Application (current revision)
Application signed and notarized
Electrical plans/load calculations
Equipment specifications and product approvals
+ 3 more checked during analysis

Plumbing2

Plumbing Permit

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Broward County Uniform Plumbing Permit Application (current revision) in BLACK INK
Values, SF, and quantities must be included
Application must be signed by Owner AND trade Contractor, notarized
Copy of contractor license and insurance required
+ 8 more checked during analysis

Water Heater Replacement Permit

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Broward County Uniform Plumbing Permit Application (current revision)
Include gallons/tank capacity information on application
Water Heater Replacement Data Form (city-specific form - for dwelling units only)
Water and Sewer Service Information Form
+ 6 more checked during analysis

Mechanical / HVAC1

Mechanical/HVAC Permit (A/C Change-Out)

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Broward County Uniform Permit Application (current revision)
Product Rating Sheet required
Tie-down details required
Application must be signed by Owner AND Contractor, notarized
+ 11 more checked during analysis

Windows & Doors1

Windows, Doors, Garage Doors, Skylights & Shutters Permit

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Broward County Uniform Building Permit Application (current revision)
Windows, Doors, Garage Doors Package including:
- Broward County Uniform Retrofit Window & Door Schedule (BORA 20-01) - MUST complete ALL rows for each retrofit unit
Window and Door Inspection Procedure form
+ 11 more checked during analysis

Pool & Spa1

Swimming Pool & Spa Permit

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Broward County Uniform Building Permit Application (current revision)
Mechanical Application (if applicable)
Electrical Application (if applicable)
Plumbing Application (if applicable)
+ 16 more checked during analysis

Fence & Driveway3

Fence Permit

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Broward County Uniform Building Permit Application (current revision)
Electrical Application (if applicable - e.g., gate operator)
Affidavit of Landscape Compliance for Improvements (Residential Lots)
Homeowners Association Affidavit of Awareness - MANDATORY even if not in HOA
+ 11 more checked during analysis

Driveway, Walkway & Patio Permit

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Broward County Uniform Building Permit Application (current revision)
Homeowners Association Affidavit of Awareness - MANDATORY even if not in HOA
Property Survey showing setbacks and location
Design Criteria (Detail) - dimensions, materials, specifications
+ 11 more checked during analysis

Accessory Structures Permit (Shed, Detached Garage/Carport)

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Broward County Uniform Building Permit Application (current revision)
Landscape Affidavit for Improvements (Residential Lots)
Affidavit for Electrical Wiring (Sheds) - city-specific form
Homeowners Association Affidavit of Awareness - MANDATORY even if not in HOA
+ 9 more checked during analysis

Signs1

Sign Permit

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Broward County Uniform Building Permit Application
Signed and sealed drawings
Product Approvals (NOAs) for sign structure
Zoning review required
+ 2 more checked during analysis

Business & Admin2

Change of Contractor

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IF PERMIT NOT YET ISSUED: Submit updated permit application with new contractor in Section 3
IF PERMIT ALREADY ISSUED, submit all of the following:
- Completed Change of Contractor Request Form (Primary or Sub - separate forms available)
- Letter of Release from property owner to previous contractor
+ 6 more checked during analysis

Private Provider

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Private Providers may perform plan review, inspections, or both
Provider must be registered with City of Pembroke Pines Building Dept BEFORE submittal
Registration: submit documents to privateprovider@cgasolutions.com
Permit application must clearly indicate: Plan Review Only, Inspections Only, or Both
+ 5 more checked during analysis

Common Rejection Reasons

Top 8 reasons permits get rejected in Pembroke Pines.

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All applications must be NOTARIZED - missing notarization = automatic rejection

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Qualifying contractor must sign application per F.S. 713.135

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Cash is NOT accepted - checks/money orders payable to 'City of Pembroke Pines' only

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Building Department CLOSED FRIDAYS - Mon-Thu only, 7 AM - 6 PM

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NOC threshold is $5,000 for non-mechanical / $15,000 for A/C - much higher than most Broward cities

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NOC must be recorded and displayed BEFORE first inspection can be scheduled (not at submittal)

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HOA Affidavit of Awareness MANDATORY with EVERY permit - even if property is NOT in an HOA

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Condo properties (use code '04') require separate Condominium Approval Letter signed and notarized by Sunbiz-registered agent

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Pembroke Pines · Roofing Permit

73%

Compliance

×Roof Material WorksheetMissing

×Product Approval (FL# or NOA)Missing

✓Signed & Sealed PlansFound

✓Permit ApplicationFound

✓Notice of CommencementFound

Product approvals must show FL approval number or Miami-Dade NOA — generic spec sheets will be rejected.

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FAQ — Pembroke Pines

What documents do I need for a permit in Pembroke Pines?

For most permits: completed application, signed & sealed plans, site survey, product approvals (FL Product Approval numbers), energy calculations for HVAC, and Notice of Commencement if your job exceeds the local threshold. Our AI checks your package against all 337 Pembroke Pines-specific requirements and shows you exactly what's missing.

How do I submit a permit in Pembroke Pines?

Contact the Pembroke Pines Building Department for current procedures.

What are the most common reasons permits get rejected in Pembroke Pines?

Based on 32 documented gotchas: All applications must be NOTARIZED - missing notarization = automatic rejection... Our AI automatically flags all 32 known rejection triggers for Pembroke Pines before you submit.

What wind zone requirements apply in Pembroke Pines?

Pembroke Pines follows Florida Building Code wind requirements for Broward County. Check your specific wind speed zone with the building department or the FBC wind speed map.

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