Lake Wales, FL
Building Division
How permitting works in Florida
Florida cities are the frontline enforcers of the mandatory Florida Building Code. The city role is strictly administrative and technical: they must provide an electronic permitting system, review plans within state-mandated timelines, and ensure that all construction withstands regional hurricane or flood risks.
Mandatory local enforcement of strict state code.
Contact Information
- Office Hours
- Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
- Website
- https://www.lakewalesfl.gov/
- Permit Portal
- https://www.lakewalesfl.gov/241/Building-Division
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