Wellington Mechanical / HVAC Permit Requirements (2026 Checklist)

Q: Do I need a Notice of Commencement in Wellington?

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

Mechanical / HVAC Permit checklist for Wellington

AC Change Out Packet — Wellington-specific form for HVAC changeouts
Mechanical Packet — Wellington-specific form for other mechanical work
Submit application by email to BuildingDocs@WellingtonFL.gov → ProjectDox
Contractor must be registered — FL DBPR or PBC CILB mechanical license required
GotchaInsurance cert holder: 'Village of Wellington / 12300 Forest Hill Blvd / Wellington, FL 33414'
NOC threshold for HVAC: $15,000 (NOT the standard $5,000) — per application and FL Statutes
GotchaAggregate value requirement also has HVAC exception: repair/replacement < $15,000 exempt from fee simple titleholder/bonding co/architect/mortgage lender info requirement
AC Changeout: 0 working days — OVER THE COUNTER (no plan review wait)
Mechanical permits (non-changeout): 4 working days first review, 1 day revision
HVAC changeout fee: $125 per unit (5 tons or less) — FLAT FEE from fee schedule
HVAC changeout over 5 tons per unit: value per standard permit fee formula
AHRI certificate should be included with changeout documentation
Manual J (load calc), Manual S (equipment), Manual D (duct design) for new installations
Energy calculations required for new installations
FL Product Approval for equipment — NOT MDC NOA
Hood System Packet — separate form for commercial kitchen hoods — reviewed by Building + Fire
NoteAnnual Facility Permit available for routine/emergency mechanical service/repair

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

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a Notice of Commencement in Wellington?

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

What gets a mechanical / HVAC application rejected in Wellington?

Insurance cert holder: 'Village of Wellington / 12300 Forest Hill Blvd / Wellington, FL 33414'. Aggregate value requirement also has HVAC exception: repair/replacement < $15,000 exempt from fee simple titleholder/bonding co/architect/mortgage lender info requirement.

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