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Do I need a permit for an ADU or garage conversion in Jacksonville, FL?

Short answer: Yes, a permit is required for an ADU or garage conversion in Jacksonville, FL.

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Yes. Garage conversions are alterations that need a building permit.

Cost

Fee not extracted; see the Building Inspection Division fee schedule. Unverified, confirm locally

Fee source: https://www.jacksonville.gov/departments/public-works/building-inspection-division/commercial-permits/residential-permits

Where to apply

City of Jacksonville Building Inspection Division (residential permits)

Permitting authority: City of Jacksonville Building Inspection Division (Public Works). Applies inside the consolidated City of Jacksonville; separately incorporated towns in Duval County may issue their own permits, so confirm locally. Florida Building Code applies. Historic districts may need a Certificate of Appropriateness. See also: how to apply for a building permit.

Official sources

“A building permit is required for any construction that physically changes or adds structures to your property or for work regulated by local codes or ordinances such as:”

Source: https://www.jacksonville.gov/departments/public-works/building-inspection-division/faqs

“Alterations – re-roofs, garage conversions, exterior stucco, etc.”

Source: https://www.jacksonville.gov/departments/public-works/building-inspection-division/faqs

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