PlainPermit

Do I need a permit for a deck in Tampa, FL?

Short answer: We could not confirm from an official source whether a deck needs a permit in Tampa, FL; check with City of Tampa Development & Economic Opportunity, Construction Services before you start.

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Not legal advice. Always confirm with your local building department. Rules change, and your parcel's zoning, HOA, historic district, floodplain or utility work can change the answer. We show the official source and the date we last checked it so you can verify for yourself.
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Unverified: We did not find an official City of Tampa statement on deck permits.

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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

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