Dock, shoreline and wetland project reviews in Palm Beach County
A waterfront project can require local building or zoning approvals plus applicable County ERM, SFWMD, Florida DEP and federal reviews. Determine the exact parcel, water body, ownership or submerged land rights and work description before choosing permit classes. Ask the relevant agencies about wetlands, environmental resource permits, water use and coastal constraints. A building jurisdiction boundary does not establish submerged land ownership or exemption from environmental permits. Do not start work while applicability or approvals are unresolved.
Steps
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Confirm the exact site and local authority
Resolve the address and PCN, then use municipal rules within city limits and County rules only for unincorporated property.
discover.pbc.gov/pzb/building/Pages/Permit-Center.aspx - 2
Check project requirements before filing
A waterfront project can require local building or zoning approvals plus applicable County ERM, SFWMD, Florida DEP and federal reviews. Determine the exact parcel, water body, ownership or submerged land rights and work description before choosing permit classes. Ask the relevant agencies about wetlands, environmental resource permits, water use and coastal constraints. A building jurisdiction boundary does not establish submerged land ownership or exemption from environmental permits. Do not start work while applicability or approvals are unresolved.
discover.pbc.gov/erm/Pages/Permitting-Regulation.aspx - 3
Prepare the current official application and supporting documents
Use the selected official checklist and project specific forms. Confirm plans, survey, ownership authorization, contractor or license details and required overlay approvals with the responsible office.
sfwmd.gov/doing-business-with-us/permits - 4
File, obtain approvals and complete inspections
Submit to the responsible authority, pay its assessed fees, respond to review comments and complete the required inspections. Do not begin work or operation before the applicable permit, occupancy or license approvals.
discover.pbc.gov/erm/Pages/Permitting-Regulation.aspx
Requirements
- Exact premises address and parcel control number
- Project scope and responsible local authority
- Current official checklist and applicable overlay approvals
Documents
- Applicant and owner authorization information
- Plans and supporting materials required by the selected official application
Fees
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Government review, permit or license fees | Project specific; obtain current authority calculation | County building schedule applies only to County permits. Municipal and state fees are separate. |
Good to know
Use exact local jurisdiction. County forms are scoped to unincorporated property; confirm the city forms at its published destination.