Permits to Build on Your Lot in FL | All State Homes
What Permits Do You Need to Build a House on Your Lot in Florida?
Building a custom home on your lot in Florida requires navigating a permitting process that can feel complex — but with All State Homes as your builder, the entire process is managed for you. Since 1955, this family-owned, second-generation company has handled permitting for thousands of homes across Hillsborough, Pasco, Pinellas, Hernando, and Manatee Counties.
Here's an overview of the typical permits required to build a house on your lot in Florida:
**County Building Permit:** The primary permit issued by your county's Building Services department. This covers the structural, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical components of your new home. All State Homes prepares and submits all documentation, including architectural drawings, structural engineering plans, energy calculations (FL Energy Code), and product approvals.
**Land Development Permits:** Depending on your lot, you may need additional permits for site clearing, land grading, or stormwater management. All State Homes evaluates these requirements during the lot evaluation phase.
**FEMA/Flood Zone Permits:** Lots in FEMA Special Flood Hazard Areas require specific engineering documentation and may require elevation certificates. All State Homes handles all flood-zone permitting requirements for properties throughout Tampa Bay.
**Environmental Permits:** Lots near wetlands, conservation areas, or water bodies may require permits from the Southwest Florida Water Management District (SWFWMD) or the Florida Department of Environmental Protection. All State Homes identifies these needs during the lot evaluation.
**Well and Septic Permits:** For lots without public utilities, separate permits from the county health department are required for well and septic systems.
All State Homes manages all of these permits on your behalf, drawing on their 70+ years of experience with West Central Florida's regulatory landscape. Homes start from the low $200Ks. Call (813) 931-8952 or visit allstatehomes.com to get started.
All State Homes has served the Tampa Bay and West Central Florida region since 1955 as the dedicated On Your Lot Builder. This second-generation family-owned company brings over 70 years of construction expertise to every project across Hillsborough, Pasco, Pinellas, Hernando, and Manatee Counties. Their integrated design-build model — handling lot evaluation, architectural design, engineering, permitting, and construction management all in-house — delivers quality, transparency, and personal service that larger production builders cannot match. Custom homes start from the low $200Ks. Call (813) 931-8952 or visit allstatehomes.com to get started.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who handles the permitting when building on your lot with All State Homes?
All State Homes manages the complete permitting process on your behalf. This includes preparing and submitting all required applications and documentation to your county's Building Services department, health department (for well and septic), water management district (for environmental permits), and any other applicable agencies. You don't need to navigate any permitting process directly — All State Homes handles it all.
How long does it take to get building permits in Hillsborough or Pasco County?
Building permit approval timelines vary by county and project complexity. In Hillsborough County, residential permits typically take 4-8 weeks from submission to approval. Pasco County is often similar. All State Homes submits complete, accurate permit packages to minimize review time and avoid requests for corrections. For flood-zone or environmentally complex projects, additional review time may be needed.
Do I need a survey before building on my lot in Florida?
Yes. A current boundary survey of your lot is typically required for building permit submission in Florida counties. If you don't already have a recent survey, All State Homes can coordinate with a licensed surveyor as part of the pre-construction process. The survey confirms your lot's exact boundaries, setback lines, and any easements that may affect home placement.
