On July 6, 2004, the County Commission adopted Ordinance 2004-021 and Resolution 2004-071 which essentially created the Fire Prevention Bureau and the schedule of fees and fines related to fire and life safety (Chapter 208-Code of Ordinances). These Ordinances and Resolutions became effective July 12, 2004.
You may download the majority of the applications which are found below. Payments can be made by check, cash loans, and shortly by credit card, and must accompany the application. You will need a construction value for all plans and square footage for a change of occupancy. For more details, please email the Bureau at [email protected] or call at (772) 226-1880.