Restaurant opening and DBPR plan review in Palm Beach County
First establish the premises jurisdiction and local allowed use, occupancy and construction path. For a DBPR regulated restaurant, plan review is required for new construction, conversion, remodeling, or reopening after at least 18 months closed. Submit the scaled equipment floor plan and menu through the current DBPR application, obtain the food service license, and complete the required opening inspection. Local construction, fire, grease or wastewater review and city and County business tax receipts remain separate. Retail food establishments can fall under another state agency, so confirm food service jurisdiction before selecting the application.
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Steps
- 1
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
First establish the premises jurisdiction and local allowed use, occupancy and construction path. For a DBPR regulated restaurant, plan review is required for new construction, conversion, remodeling, or reopening after at least 18 months closed. Submit the scaled equipment floor plan and menu through the current DBPR application, obtain the food service license, and complete the required opening inspection. Local construction, fire, grease or wastewater review and city and County business tax receipts remain separate. Retail food establishments can fall under another state agency, so confirm food service jurisdiction before selecting the application.
pbctax.gov/taxes/business-tax/ - 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.
www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan- - 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.
pbctax.gov/taxes/business-tax/
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.