Okeechobee County, FL Permit Fees (2026)

Building permit fees for unincorporated Okeechobee County, with a free permit fee calculator. Inside city limits? Pick your city below; incorporated cities have their own fee schedules.

The unincorporated community of Taylor Creek pays these county rates rather than a city schedule.

Okeechobee County's adopted fee schedule states that all permit fees are under further review due to HB 803 and subject to change. Confirm current fees with the Building Department before you apply. See the official notice

Building Permit

$404.25

200 sq ft remodel area

$10,000 panel or rewire

In Unincorporated Okeechobee County, a building permit for a remodel runs $404.25 in permit fees, a $20,000 re-roof $553.88, a $10,000 HVAC change-out $327.74, a $10,000 electrical panel upgrade or rewire $372.75, and a $10,000 whole-house repipe $372.75. Totals include the documented surcharges and minimum fees; where the schedule prices by unit, figures assume a 200 sq ft remodel area. Each figure is that single permit only: a job that combines trades, like a kitchen remodel with electrical and plumbing work, pays each applicable permit. Pick a project to load it in the calculator below.

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Source

Exhibit A, Okeechobee County Building Department Permit Fees (Resolution No. 2026-38, adopted 6/18/2026, effective 7/1/2026)

Covers building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical/HVAC, and roofing permits.

Official Fee Schedule

Apply online at the Unincorporated Okeechobee County permit portal, or call (863) 763-5548.

How Unincorporated Okeechobee County values a job: Commercial building permit valuation is the current ICC Building Valuation Data (per sq. ft.) table amount for the occupancy classification; residential permits and MEP sub-permits are priced by building square footage rather than contract value.

Schedule effective July 1, 2026. Last verified: September 26, 2026

Schedule adopted under Florida's HB 803 permit fee rules (effective July 2026). What HB 803 changed

Jurisdictions in Okeechobee County

Jobs inside city limits are permitted by the city, not the county. Across Okeechobee County's 2 covered jurisdictions, a building permit for a $50,000 remodel runs from $397.19 (Okeechobee) to $404.25 (Unincorporated Okeechobee County).

Unincorporated Okeechobee CountyOkeechobee

Unincorporated Okeechobee County Permit Fee Schedule

Every documented rule for each permit type, straight from the official schedule.

Building Permit Fees in Unincorporated Okeechobee County

Residential (1–2 family)

$0.96 per sq ft, minimum $200.00

Residential (1–2 family): Double Wide Unit (includes set-up, tie-down and trade hook-ups)

$750.00 flat

Residential (1–2 family): Modular Home (includes set-up, tie-down and trade hook-ups)

$1,250.00 flat

Residential (1–2 family): Park Model or RV (includes set-up, tie-down and trade hook-ups)

$250.00 flat

Residential (1–2 family): Single Wide Unit (includes set-up, tie-down and trade hook-ups)

$500.00 flat

Residential (1–2 family): Triple Wide Unit (includes set-up, tie-down and trade hook-ups)

$950.00 flat

Commercial / 3+ units

0.68% of job value

Construction Trailer (includes set-up, tie-down and trade hook-ups)

$350.00 flat

Administrative Fee (all permits issued)

$10.00

Building Processing Fee (0.10 per sq.ft.)

$0.10 per sq ft

Plan Review Fee (50 percent of permit fee, 1-3 reviews)

50% of the permit fee‡

State Building Code Administrators Surcharge (F.S. 468.631)

1.5% of the permit fee, minimum $2.00†

State Building Permit Surcharge (F.S. 553.721)

1% of the permit fee, minimum $2.00†

Technology Fee (5 percent, all transactions)

5% of the permit fee (5% of the transaction amount (all permit fees charged))

Zoning Review Fee (Commercial)

$75.00‡

Zoning Review Fee (Residential)

$50.00‡

Additional Job Set Stamping Fee (if applicable)

$75.00

Additional or Partial Inspection Fee (if applicable)

$100.00

After-Hours Inspection Fee (if applicable)

$400.00

Change of Contractor Fee (if applicable)

$75.00

Courtesy Inspection Fee (if applicable)

$100.00

Permit Extension Fee (First) (if applicable)

$100.00

Permit Extension Fee (Second) (if applicable)

$200.00

Permit Extension Fee (Third) (if applicable)

$250.00

Plan Revision Fee (Commercial, Major) (if applicable)

$150.00

Plan Revision Fee (Commercial, Minor) (if applicable)

$100.00

Plan Revision Fee (Residential, Major) (if applicable)

$100.00

Plan Revision Fee (Residential, Minor) (if applicable)

$50.00

Re-Inspection Fee (First) (if applicable)

$100.00

Re-Inspection Fee (Second) (if applicable)

$150.00

Re-Inspection Fee (Third) (if applicable)

$225.00

Temporary Certificate of Occupancy Fee (if applicable)

$150.00

† Corroborated across official sources, but not printed line-for-line in the linked schedule.

‡ Awaiting confirmation from the jurisdiction.

Electrical Permit Fees in Unincorporated Okeechobee County

Residential (1–2 family)

$200.00 flat

Residential (1–2 family): Sub-permit linked to a new construction, addition, or alteration building permit

$0.46 per sq ft, minimum $200.00

Residential (1–2 family): Service change-out or temporary power pole

$125.00 flat

Residential (1–2 family): Solar (stand-alone permit)

$200.00 flat

Commercial / 3+ units

$400.00 flat

Commercial / 3+ units: Sub-permit linked to a new construction, addition, or alteration building permit

$0.46 per sq ft, minimum $200.00

Commercial / 3+ units: Service change-out or temporary power pole

$250.00 flat

Commercial / 3+ units: Solar (stand-alone permit)

$400.00 flat

Administrative Fee (all permits issued)

$10.00

Plan Review Fee (50 percent of permit fee, 1-3 reviews) (does not apply to some listed rules)

50% of the permit fee‡

Stand-Alone/Miscellaneous Processing Fee (20 percent of permit fee) (select fee rules only)

20% of the permit fee

State Building Code Administrators Surcharge (F.S. 468.631)

1.5% of the permit fee, minimum $2.00†

State Building Permit Surcharge (F.S. 553.721)

1% of the permit fee, minimum $2.00†

Technology Fee (5 percent, all transactions)

5% of the permit fee (5% of the transaction amount (all permit fees charged))

Additional Job Set Stamping Fee (if applicable)

$75.00

Additional or Partial Inspection Fee (if applicable)

$100.00

After-Hours Inspection Fee (if applicable)

$400.00

Change of Contractor Fee (if applicable)

$75.00

Courtesy Inspection Fee (if applicable)

$100.00

Permit Extension Fee (First) (if applicable)

$100.00

Permit Extension Fee (Second) (if applicable)

$200.00

Permit Extension Fee (Third) (if applicable)

$250.00

Plan Revision Fee (Commercial, Major) (if applicable)

$150.00

Plan Revision Fee (Commercial, Minor) (if applicable)

$100.00

Plan Revision Fee (Residential, Major) (if applicable)

$100.00

Plan Revision Fee (Residential, Minor) (if applicable)

$50.00

Re-Inspection Fee (First) (if applicable)

$100.00

Re-Inspection Fee (Second) (if applicable)

$150.00

Re-Inspection Fee (Third) (if applicable)

$225.00

† Corroborated across official sources, but not printed line-for-line in the linked schedule.

‡ Awaiting confirmation from the jurisdiction.

Mechanical / HVAC Permit Fees in Unincorporated Okeechobee County

Residential (1–2 family)

$175.00 flat

Residential (1–2 family): Sub-permit linked to a new construction, addition, or alteration building permit

$0.42 per sq ft, minimum $200.00

Commercial / 3+ units

$350.00 flat

Commercial / 3+ units: Sub-permit linked to a new construction, addition, or alteration building permit

$0.42 per sq ft, minimum $200.00

Administrative Fee (all permits issued)

$10.00

Plan Review Fee (50 percent of permit fee, 1-3 reviews) (does not apply to some listed rules)

50% of the permit fee‡

Stand-Alone/Miscellaneous Processing Fee (20 percent of permit fee) (select fee rules only)

20% of the permit fee

State Building Code Administrators Surcharge (F.S. 468.631)

1.5% of the permit fee, minimum $2.00†

State Building Permit Surcharge (F.S. 553.721)

1% of the permit fee, minimum $2.00†

Technology Fee (5 percent, all transactions)

5% of the permit fee (5% of the transaction amount (all permit fees charged))

Additional Job Set Stamping Fee (if applicable)

$75.00

Additional or Partial Inspection Fee (if applicable)

$100.00

After-Hours Inspection Fee (if applicable)

$400.00

Change of Contractor Fee (if applicable)

$75.00

Courtesy Inspection Fee (if applicable)

$100.00

Permit Extension Fee (First) (if applicable)

$100.00

Permit Extension Fee (Second) (if applicable)

$200.00

Permit Extension Fee (Third) (if applicable)

$250.00

Plan Revision Fee (Commercial, Major) (if applicable)

$150.00

Plan Revision Fee (Commercial, Minor) (if applicable)

$100.00

Plan Revision Fee (Residential, Major) (if applicable)

$100.00

Plan Revision Fee (Residential, Minor) (if applicable)

$50.00

Re-Inspection Fee (First) (if applicable)

$100.00

Re-Inspection Fee (Second) (if applicable)

$150.00

Re-Inspection Fee (Third) (if applicable)

$225.00

† Corroborated across official sources, but not printed line-for-line in the linked schedule.

‡ Awaiting confirmation from the jurisdiction.

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Unincorporated Okeechobee County Permit Fee Calculator

Pick a permit type and adjust the job value. Total updates instantly, itemized below.

Permit type

Project type

Kind of work

Estimated mechanical / HVAC permit fee

$327.74

Included in this total

Mechanical / HVAC Permit Fee$175.00

$175.00 flat

Administrative Fee (All Permits Issued)$10.00

Plan Review Fee (50 Percent of Permit Fee, 1-3 Reviews)$87.50‡

Stand-Alone/Miscellaneous Processing Fee (20 Percent of Permit Fee)$35.00

State Building Code Administrators Surcharge (F.S. 468.631)$2.63

State Building Permit Surcharge (F.S. 553.721)$2.00

Technology Fee (5 Percent, All Transactions)$15.61

Total Estimate$327.74

‡ Awaiting confirmation from the jurisdiction.

Estimate only. Confirm with the Unincorporated Okeechobee County building department before applying. Apply online. Phone: (863) 763-5548. Permit fees only; excludes impact fees, utility connection charges, and other non-permit charges.

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How to Apply for a Permit in Unincorporated Okeechobee County

Okeechobee County's Building Department is operated under contract by SAFEbuilt Florida, LLC. You can apply, pay fees, and schedule inspections online through the county's Tyler Customer Self Service (CSS) portal, or apply in person at 1700 NW 9th Avenue, Suite A, Okeechobee, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. A permit technician reviews each walk-in submittal for completeness before accepting it (allow 15 to 30 minutes), and a zoning technician pre-reviews zoning items. Applications must be signed and notarized, and contractors must be registered with the county. Residential work needs two sets of plans and commercial work needs three. Roofing, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and gas work each need a separate permit application. Plan review and processing fees are due when you apply and are non-refundable. Questions: (863) 763-5548.

Source: Unincorporated Okeechobee County application instructions

Apply online: Unincorporated Okeechobee County permit portal

Building Department Contact

Phone: (863) 763-5548
Email: buildingdepartment@okeechobeecountyfl.gov
Address: 1700 NW 9th Avenue, Suite A, Okeechobee, FL 34972
Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm (excluding holidays)
Source: Official contact page

Unincorporated Okeechobee County Permit Fee FAQs

How Much Does a Building Permit Cost in Unincorporated Okeechobee County?

The building permit for a residential remodel runs $404.25, assuming a 200 sq ft remodel area (the schedule prices per unit), including the documented surcharges and minimum fees. The estimate is built from Unincorporated Okeechobee County's sourced fee schedule, and it covers the building permit alone; a job that combines trades pays each applicable permit. Calculate your job's value for an itemized total.

How Much Does a Roofing Permit Cost in Unincorporated Okeechobee County?

The roofing permit for a $20,000 residential re-roof runs $553.88, based on Unincorporated Okeechobee County's sourced fee schedule.

How Are Permit Fees Calculated in Unincorporated Okeechobee County?

A residential building permit is $0.96 per sq ft, minimum $200.00. Electrical, Plumbing, and Mechanical / HVAC permits are flat fees for the default job, while new construction is priced per sq ft; Roofing permits are flat fees. New construction is priced separately from remodel and alteration work; the calculator asks which kind of job yours is. Every rate comes straight from the sourced fee schedule above. Enter your job's details for an itemized total.

What Surcharges Are Added to Permits in Unincorporated Okeechobee County?

On top of the base permit fee, the sourced schedule adds Plan Review Fee (50 percent of permit fee, 1-3 reviews) (50% of the permit fee), Stand-Alone/Miscellaneous Processing Fee (20 percent of permit fee) (20% of the permit fee), State Building Code Administrators Surcharge (F.S. 468.631) (1.5% of the permit fee, minimum $2.00), State Building Permit Surcharge (F.S. 553.721) (1% of the permit fee, minimum $2.00) and Technology Fee (5 percent, all transactions) (5% of the permit fee (5% of the transaction amount (all permit fees charged))). Each is included in the estimates it applies to; the fee schedule above shows which permits and job types each one covers.

Do I Need a Permit for a Small Residential Job in Unincorporated Okeechobee County?

Florida's HB 803 (effective July 2026) exempts certain single-family work under $7,500 from permitting statewide, excluding electrical, plumbing, structural, mechanical, and gas work. Confirm with the building department whether your job qualifies before skipping a permit. Read what HB 803 changed and what it saves.

Does Taylor Creek Pay Okeechobee County Permit Fees?

Yes. Taylor Creek is unincorporated, so a job there is permitted by Okeechobee County and pays the fees on this page. Inside city limits the city's own schedule applies; pick the city above.

Where Do These Fees Come From?

Every figure on this page is sourced from Exhibit A, Okeechobee County Building Department Permit Fees (Resolution No. 2026-38, adopted 6/18/2026, effective 7/1/2026). See the official schedule. Last verified September 26, 2026.

New to Florida permit fees? Read our Florida permit fee guide: how schedules are set, the statutory surcharges, and what HB 803 changed in 2026. Pulling a commercial permit or a small residential job? See what HB 803 lets you save. Wondering whether fees changed this year? See which Florida fee schedules are new.

Okeechobee County, FL Permit Fees (2026)

Jurisdictions in Okeechobee County

Unincorporated Okeechobee County Permit Fee Schedule

Building Permit Fees in Unincorporated Okeechobee County

Electrical Permit Fees in Unincorporated Okeechobee County

Plumbing Permit Fees in Unincorporated Okeechobee County

Mechanical / HVAC Permit Fees in Unincorporated Okeechobee County

Roofing Permit Fees in Unincorporated Okeechobee County

Unincorporated Okeechobee County Permit Fee Calculator

How to Apply for a Permit in Unincorporated Okeechobee County

Unincorporated Okeechobee County Permit Fee FAQs

How Much Does a Building Permit Cost in Unincorporated Okeechobee County?

How Much Does a Roofing Permit Cost in Unincorporated Okeechobee County?

How Are Permit Fees Calculated in Unincorporated Okeechobee County?

What Surcharges Are Added to Permits in Unincorporated Okeechobee County?

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Does Taylor Creek Pay Okeechobee County Permit Fees?

Where Do These Fees Come From?

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