Permits & Licenses

Obtaining Permits and Managing Inspections

All new permit applications and inspection requests must be submitted online through the Fast Track Online Services portal. If you need to submit corrections or revisions to pre-existing paper-based plans, they may be dropped off for processing at a drop-off box located at the entrance to the Orange County Administration Building. 

Homeowners wishing to apply for Owner-Builder permits should view the Owner-Builder instructions on the Fast Track registration instructions page. Please contact our offices if you need assistance at 407-836-5550.

Informational Appointments

The Division of Building Safety is now accepting in-person appointments for informational purposes by request only. For instructions to schedule an appointment, please visit Fast Track and click on the “Schedule Appointment” icon. Please note that no new permit applications or plans will be accepted in person. Upon arrival, please follow any posted policies regarding safety measures related to COVID-19. 

Remote Inspections

Orange County Division of Building Safety now offers remote inspections for select inspection types to homeowners and businesses.

To request a remote inspection, applicants need to download the Remote Inspection Form and ensure that a team member will be on site with a mobile device capable of video calls. A helpful link has been provided by the technology vendor to test the device to be used prior to the time of inspection, in order to reduce the potential for delays. An app download is not required for this service.

Inspection Types Currently Offered:

Building: roof dry-in, in-progress and final, windows and doors final inspection
Electrical: residential underground, concrete encased/footer bond
Mechanical: air conditioning change-out final inspection
Plumbing: irrigation, water heater change-out final inspection, re-pipe

Fast Track Online Services | Training videos | 407-836-5550

Informational Appointments

• The Planning Division is now accepting in-person appointments for informational purposes only. To schedule an appointment, please visit Fast Track and click on the “Schedule Appointment” icon. Please note that no new permit applications or plans will be accepted in person.
• Face-Coverings are required for all visitors and staff. (One will be provided if needed)
• Please remember to follow all social distancing guidelines such as directional signs and floor markings to ensure a smooth flow and safety.
• Sanitization stations are located throughout the lobby and the building.

Questions related to new or pending applications or other planning matters may be directed to the staff members listed below:

• Comprehensive Planning (CP)
  Greg Golgowski, Chief Planner, (407) 836-5624 | Greg.Golgowski@ocfl.net
• Planning & Zoning Commission (PZC)
  Jason Sorensen, Chief Planner, (407) 836-5602 | Jason.Sorensen@ocfl.net
• Development Advisory Board (DAB)
  Susan McCune, (407) 836-0952 | Susan.McCune@ocfl.net
• Development Review Committee (DRC)
  Eric Raasch, Planning Administrator, (407) 836-5523 | Eric.Raasch@ocfl.net
• Other Planning Inquiries
  Olan D. Hill, Assistant Manager, (407) 836-5373 | Olan.Hill@ocfl.net

Informational Appointments

• The Zoning Division is now accepting in-person appointments for informational purposes only. To schedule an appointment, please visit Fast Track and click on the “Schedule Appointment” icon. Please note that no new permit applications or plans will be accepted in person.
• Face-Coverings are required for all visitors and staff. (One will be provided if needed)
• Please remember to follow all social distancing guidelines such as directional signs and floor markings to ensure a smooth flow and safety.
• Sanitization stations are located throughout the lobby and the building.

Fence Permits

All residential Fence permits must be submitted through the Fast Track Online Services portal. Information on applying for fences online, for both Contractors and Homeowners, can be found online on the Fence Permits webpage. If you have any questions about fence permits or how to submit online, you can contact the Zoning Division at zoning@ocfl.net or 407-836-3111.

All other Zoning Permits must be applied for electronically, via email.

This applies to the following permit types:

• RV or Boat Storage Permits
• Paver Permits
• Temporary Signs
• Painted Signs
• Garage Sales
• TPSC Permits
• Addressing Requests
• Collection Bin
• Lot Splits
• Tree Removal or Timber Harvest
• Zoning Verification Letters
• Alcohol Beverage Distance Measurements
• MMTC Applications
• Non-Conforming Use and Zoning Manager’s Determinations

To submit electronically, follow these steps:

• Submit a complete application, and all required documents, electronically by emailing the documents as a PDF to zoning@ocfl.net. In the subject line of the email, please put the permit type you are applying for (RV Storage, Pavers, Garage Sale, etc.). You can find PDF copies of the applications, as well as what documents are required for each permit type, on the Permits webpage.
• The Zoning Division will review your application. Should any additional information or documentation be required, you will be contacted by Zoning Division staff.
• Once approved, you will receive an email notifying you of the approval and also a link to the Fast Track website, where you can create an account and pay for the Zoning Permit. When creating your account, the User Category you will need to choose is Zoning/BZA.
• After fees have been paid, your permit will be complete. Your receipt of payment is your permit for all zoning permits with the exception of the following, in which case you will receive a permit, letter or other type of documentation:
  • Lot Splits
  • Tree Removal or Timber Harvest
  • Zoning Verification Letters
  • Alcohol Beverage Distance Measurements
  • MMTC Applications
  • Non-Conforming Use and Zoning Manager’s Determinations

Business Tax Receipts

Business Tax Receipt Applications must be submitted electronically.

To submit electronically, follow these steps:

• Download and complete an electronic Business Tax Receipt Application .
• Submit the completed Business Tax Receipt Application electronically by emailing the completed application in PDF format to zoning@ocfl.net. Remember to put BTR in the subject line of the email.
• The Zoning Division will review your application. Should any additional information or documentation be required, you will be contacted by Zoning Division staff.
• Once approved, you will receive an email notifying you of approval with a link to the Fast Track website. Create a Fast Track account and pay for the Business Tax Receipt. When creating your account, the User Category you will need to choose is Zoning/BZA. 
• After fees have been paid, contact the Business Tax Department for further instruction. The Business Tax Department can be reached at 407-836-5650.

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Florida Department of Health in Orange County

The Florida Department of Health in Orange County Office is currently open for business.

We are recommending electronic payment of permits only.
Office Main Line: 407-858-1497, Office Hours: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Email for applications is OrangeEVHPermitApplications@flhealth.gov. FAX: 407-228-1467 or 407-228-1468

Florida Department of Health in Orange County
1001 Executive Center Drive, Suite 200
Orlando, FL 32803

Environmental Protection Division (EPD)

Orange County EPD offices will continue to review electronic plans and permit applications and conduct operations electronically via email, Webex or by phone. Starting April 5, 2021, EPD will now accept a limited number of in-person appointments. Please email your request to EPDappointments@ocfl.net.

Customers may call 407-836-1489 for assistance. This line will be answered by a staff member who can assist customers and direct requests to the appropriate program contact(s). Customers can email EPD at EPD@ocfl.net and your email will be directed to the appropriate program contact(s).

EPD will continue to accept permit applications and payments via US postal mail or in a drop-off box in the EPD lobby or by electronic submittal. 

Electronic Submittals to EPD:

• Complaints about environmental issues can also be e-mailed to EPDComplaints@ocfl.net.
• Wetland permit applications can be submitted via email at Wetlandpermitting@ocfl.net.
• Solid Waste permit applications can be submitted via email to EPD@ocfl.net

Asbestos Notifications, Surveys and Abatements:

Useful information is available at www.fldepportal.com/go/submit-registration. Please contact John.Parker@ocfl.net or 407-836-1445 with any asbestos-related questions.

Air pollution source permitting questions should be directed to Wanda.Parker@ocfl.net.

National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES):

Staff will review erosion and sediment control plans electronically and will be participating in any scheduled pre-construction conferences via remote means. NPDES staff will continue to conduct field inspections while practicing social distancing on site. Questions regarding NPDES Program requirements should be directed to Arnaldo.Mercado@ocfl.net.

Orange County Environmental Protection Division
3165 McCrory Place #200
Orlando, FL 32803

Orange County Utilities

Please email inquiries regarding permit reviews, processing, and fee quotes along with supporting documents to DevelopTeam@ocfl.net. Notification is provided once requests are approved for payment.

For total payment amounts of $20,000 or less: Credit card payments are accepted online or over the phone. Check payments are accepted, along with relevant documents, in the drop box located within the main entrance lobby at 9150 Curry Ford Road, Orlando.

For total payment amounts more than $20,000: Check payment is required. Deliver check payments and relevant documents to the drop box located within the main entrance lobby at 9150 Curry Ford Road, Orlando.

Copies of bills and payment receipts/transactions are provided once processed.

Utilities Customer Service - Development

Phone: 407-836-5503 | E-mail: DevelopTeam@ocfl.net

Stormwater Management Division

The Stormwater Management Division will continue to review plans and make determinations about the necessity of Floodplain Permits. In the event that a permit is required, customers will receive instructions on how to apply and mail in necessary information.

Impact Fees and Concurrency

Impact Fees and Concurrency Reviews for building permits will utilize an electronic review process. Impact Fee Assignment Letters or Deferral Applications can be submitted physically or digitally.

Digital Assignment letters need to be notarized, scanned, then emailed to ImpactFees@ocfl.net. Physical letters can be dropped off in person at the Impact Fees and Concurrency Drop Box at the entrance of the Orange County Administration Building, or mailed to the below mailing address.

Concurrency Applications may be emailed to Concurrency@ocfl.net. Additionally, original applications must be dropped off in person at the Impact Fees and Concurrency Drop Box at the entrance of the Orange County Administration Building, or mailed to the below mailing address. An approval letter cannot be sent until Orange County receives the original application. We strongly encourage everyone to utilize Orange County's Fast Track Online Services portal to pay for Concurrency Application Fees.

Impact Fees and Concurrency Management Office
201 S. Rosalind Ave, 2nd Floor
Orlando, FL 32801
Phone: 407-836-8181

Public Records

All Public Records Requests may be sent to PublicRecordRequest@ocfl.net.

Public Works Department

Due to the Emergency Executive Order No. 2020-04 regarding COVID-19 and the Center for Disease Control (CDC) to reduce the spread of COVID-19, effective Friday, March 27, 2020 at 8 a.m. until April 9, 2020 at 5 p.m., the Public Works Department will be open for business, but our main building at 4200 South John Young Parkway will be closed to the public.

Special instructions:

• Drop-off boxes are located in the main lobby area of the Public Works Main Building for permit application submittals and/or any other submittals.
• A phone and phone directory will be placed at the front desk for communication with pertinent staff members.
• When possible, we encourage on-line submittals.