Inspection Requests Beginning November 9

Starting November 9, inspection requests must be emailed to inspections@rivierabeach.org.

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2026 Florida Building Permit Changes

• Single-family work under $7,500: Certain work valued below $7,500 may qualify for a permit exemption. The exemption does not apply in a flood hazard area or to electrical, plumbing, structural, mechanical, or gas work. A written exemption request and supporting documentation must be submitted to the local enforcement agency.
• Temporary storm-protection barriers: Certain temporary residential hurricane and flood-protection walls or barriers may qualify for an exemption when all statutory conditions are met. Properties in a flood hazard area are excluded.
• Single-family permit duration: A building permit for a single-family dwelling expires one year after issuance or on the effective date of the next Florida Building Code edition, whichever is later, unless extended by the local government.
• Electronic access: Florida law requires local enforcement agencies to allow electronic permit applications and inspection requests and to publish permit-application status and processing procedures online.

Important: Exempt work must still comply with applicable zoning, floodplain, drainage, easement, setback, licensing, and other legal requirements. Contact the Building Division before beginning work.