Searching building permits in Florida is handled at the county or city level. This guide covers how to search permits for Orlando, Orange County, Brevard, Marion County, Seminole County, Kissimmee, and all surrounding municipalities.
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Florida building permit records are public — searchable through county or municipal portals. Key resources: City of Orlando: orlando.gov permitting portal. Orange County: ocfl.net Building Division. Seminole County: seminolecountyfl.gov. Kissimmee: kissimmee.gov. Winter Springs: winterspringsfl.org. Casselberry: casselberry.org. Altamonte Springs: altamonte.org. Maitland: itsmymaitland.com. Eustis: cityofeustis.org. Groveland: grovelandfl.gov. Leesburg: leesburg.org. Brevard County: brevardfl.gov/BuildingPermits. Marion County: marioncountyfl.org. Winter Park: cityofwinterpark.org. Clermont: clermontfl.org. Always search permits before purchasing any Florida property to verify all improvements were properly permitted.
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A building permit search reveals whether existing improvements were permitted — unpermitted work can create title, insurance, and resale complications for any Florida property purchase.
The City of Orlando and unincorporated Orange County maintain separate systems. Knowing which jurisdiction covers a specific address is the first step in any Florida permit search.
Florida homestead exemption applications are due March 1 each year — available to permanent residents on their primary residence, capping assessed value increases at 3% (Save Our Homes).
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City of Orlando (orlando.gov) and Orange County Building Division — covering unincorporated Orange County including Windermere, Dr. Phillips, Lake Nona, and surrounding areas.
Seminole County (Altamonte Springs, Winter Springs, Maitland, Oviedo, Lake Mary, Sanford) and Brevard County (Merritt Island, Cocoa, Melbourne) permit search systems.
Lake County (Leesburg, Eustis, Groveland, Clermont), Marion County (Ocala), and Osceola County (Kissimmee, St. Cloud) permit search resources.
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The City of Orlando permit search is at orlando.gov — search by address, permit number, or contractor. For unincorporated Orange County properties, use the Orange County Building Division portal (ocfl.net). Permit records include permit type, status, inspection history, and contractor information.
Brevard County permit search: brevardfl.gov/BuildingPermits — search by address, permit number, or parcel ID. Marion County (Ocala area): marioncountyfl.org Building/Zoning. Both portals provide public access to permit history and inspection results.
Florida homestead exemption applications for the 2026 tax year are due March 1, 2026. The exemption provides up to $50,000 reduction in assessed value for a primary residence, plus the Save Our Homes cap limiting annual assessed value increases to 3% or CPI, whichever is lower. File with the county property appraiser's office.
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