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

Short answer: It depends on the details for a shed in Tampa, FL (for example: Over 120 sq ft: permit).

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No permit for a one-story shed or playhouse up to 120 sq ft, as long as setbacks are met. Larger sheds need one.

What changes the answer

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

“(g) One-story detached accessory structures used as tool and storage sheds, playhouses and similar uses, provided the floor area does not exceed one hundred twenty (120) square feet. (Setback requirements must be maintained.)”

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

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