West Palm Beach Certificate of Occupancy Requirements (2026 Checklist)

Certificate of Occupancy checklist for West Palm Beach

Request by email ONLY: ds@wpb.org
Subject line: 'CO Request', 'CC Request', or 'TCO Request'
Body: include master permit number, address, and contact information
Allow 1-2 business days for response
CO Checklist (26 items — verified from official PDF)
(1) Job completely finished per approved plans on file
(2) Code compliance affidavit signed/submitted for projects with special/resident inspector
(3) Fire alarm tested and approved by Fire Marshal
(4) Water bacteriological test letter from testing lab
(5) City Commission ordinance compliance check for RPD/CPD zoning — Planning Division final inspection
(6) Building address/numbers affixed (including suite/apartment numbers)
(7) All landscaping finished per plans and City codes
(8) All accessibility requirements completed (signs, ramps, parking, restrooms)
(9) All shop drawings, revisions, and as-builts approved by City
(10) Graded for positive drainage from building
(11) All fire/smoke doors installed and labeled with closers
(12) All construction trailers, materials, and signs removed
(13) Neighboring sites cleared + letter from owner approving condition
(14) Letter from Civil Engineer: paving/drainage installed per plans
(15) ALL subcontractors (plumbing, mechanical, electrical, fire alarm, sprinkler) must pass final inspection
(16) All underground utility finals passed + engineer certification letter
(17) All construction and leasing signs removed; permits obtained for future signs
(18) All banners removed (sign code violation)
(19) Engineer letter certifying stair pressurization test approved
(20) All elevators/lifts passed State elevator final inspection + State certificate copy
(21) All required letters signed AND notarized OR signed AND sealed
(22) Property line survey pins required to verify construction within property
(23) No stocking with furniture/merchandise before CO
(24) Parking striping: double white lines; accessible spaces marked per striping detail
(25) City sidewalks (new or existing) replaced if damaged
(26) Inspector final daily reports and code compliance affidavit furnished to Development Services
TCO Form available on wpb.org Forms page
GotchaNo building may be stocked with furniture or merchandise PRIOR to CO issuance

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

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a Notice of Commencement in West Palm Beach?

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 West Palm Beach building department whether it is due at application or before the first inspection.

What gets a certificate of occupancy application rejected in West Palm Beach?

No building may be stocked with furniture or merchandise PRIOR to CO issuance.

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