Pinellas County

Permits, violations and compliance in St. Petersburg

St. Petersburg is still rebuilding after hurricanes Helene and Milton flooded thousands of homes in 2024, and every repair needs the right permits.

Permitting in St. Petersburg

In flood zones, the substantial improvement rule (often called the 50% rule) applies: when repair or renovation costs reach half the building's value, the whole building must meet current flood standards. Getting that assessment right shapes the whole project.

What we handle most here

  • Storm and flood repair permits
  • Substantial damage and improvement reviews
  • Elevation and rebuild projects
  • Downtown restaurant licensing

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Permit problem in St. Petersburg?

Send the violation notice, permit number or project details. We'll review it and come back with a plan and a quote.

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