Wellington Window & Door 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.

Window & Door Permit checklist for Wellington

Window, Door & Shutter Packet — Wellington-specific form (listed as separate packets in forms)
Window and Door Buck Affidavit — REQUIRED (Wellington-specific form)
Submit application by email to BuildingDocs@WellingtonFL.gov → ProjectDox
Contractor must be registered with Village
GotchaInsurance cert holder: 'Village of Wellington / 12300 Forest Hill Blvd / Wellington, FL 33414'
NOC required for job value > $5,000
NOT in HVHZ — Wind-Borne Debris Region — FL Product Approval required (NOT MDC NOA)
FBC 2023 8th Edition: R609.7 Residential, and 704.1 and 707.4 Existing Building
Where wood shim/buck thickness < 1.5 inches: anchors must be fastened directly into masonry/concrete/structural substrate
Unless otherwise tested: bucks must extend beyond interior face providing full support
Shims must be capable of sustaining applicable loads per current NOA or product approval
Anchors must transfer load from frame to rough opening
Hurricane Shutters review: 4 working days (Building only)
Windows/Doors review: 4 working days (Building only)
Fees based on construction value per standard formula

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 window & door application rejected in Wellington?

Insurance cert holder: 'Village of Wellington / 12300 Forest Hill Blvd / Wellington, FL 33414'.

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