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City of Sarasota Permits

To view license requirements, definition, exams, books, and classes, please visit Sarasota County.

Permits

The City of Sarasota uses a third party for Permitting; please visit Sarasota Building and Permitting Online Services.

Types of Permits

  • Building & Zoning
  • Air Conditioning
  • Water & Sewer
  • Pools & Decks
  • Demolition
  • Roofing
  • Trees

Fees

  • All Fees are based upon the type of work that's being done; for more information visit the Fee Schedule

Contractor Registration

  • State Certified Contractors: Are required to register with the City of Sarasota and provide proper credentials to include: Copy of Certified State License, Proof of Certificate of Liability insurance, and Workers’ Compensation Insurance or exemptions. There is no fee for Certified Contractors.
  • State Registered Contractors: Are required to register with the City of Sarasota and provide credentials to include: copy of Registered License, copy of Letter of Reciprocity from Sarasota County, Copy of Certificate of Liability Insurance, and Workers’ Compensation. Note that the signature on the Contractor’s Affidavit must be sworn and notarized. For convenience, City Staff includes a notary public with a fee. An Original application form may not be faxed and must be mailed to the City of Sarasota Building Department, 1565 First Street, Sarasota, FL 34236, or brought in person to the Building Department. Contractors must renew their registration by October 1st every two years. The Registration fee is $50.00.
  • 2-Year Contractor Registration Form
  • 2-Year Contractor Registration Renewal

Contact Information

City of Sarasota
Address: City Hall 1565 1st Street Sarasota, FL 34236
Phone Number: (941) 263-6000