Do I need a permit for an interior or bathroom remodel in Tampa, FL?

Tile, flooring, painting and cabinetwork need no building permit at any cost. Replacing fixtures or changing plumbing, wiring or walls needs permits.

What changes the answer

• Finishes only: no permit

Cost

Fee not extracted; see City of Tampa Construction Services fees. Unverified, confirm locally

Fee source: https://www.tampa.gov/construction-services/how-do-i

Where to apply

City of Tampa Construction Services (Accela online; Express Permits)

Permitting authority: City of Tampa Development & Economic Opportunity, Construction Services. Applies in the City of Tampa only; unincorporated Hillsborough County has its own building department. Simple jobs such as water heater replacement and roofing use Express Permits with no plan review. See also: how to apply for a building permit.

Official sources

“(b) Floor covering (carpet, vinyl, tile, etc.), painting, wallpapering, cabinetwork, furnishings, decorations, shelving and gutters do not require a building permit regardless of the cost of the work.”

Source: https://www.tampa.gov/construction-services/how-do-i

“(b) The clearing of stoppage, or the repairing of leaks in pipes, valves, or fixtures, when such repairs do not involve or require the replacement of fixtures.”

Source: https://www.tampa.gov/construction-services/how-do-i

Verified: 2026-10-19 · Status: verified · Confidence: high