Tampa Building Permits and Codes

Building permits for property in Tampa, Hillsborough County, are handled by City of Tampa Construction Services Division, phone (813) 274-3100, option 1.

Last verified October 10, 2026.

Who issues your permit

City of Tampa Construction Services Division Verified

Email CSDhelp@tampagov.net.

Check your property's jurisdiction with your county property appraiser first. A mailing address or ZIP code does not always match city limits.

Department contact

Office

1400 N Boulevard, Tampa, FL 33607

Phone

(813) 274-3100, option 1

Official website

tampa.gov/permit

Florida Building Code

Statewide, the 8th Edition (2023) is in effect, and the 9th Edition (2026) takes effect December 31, 2026. Verified See Florida Building Code basics.

Still being researched for Tampa

These local topics have not yet been confirmed for Tampa. Each links to the state-level rules that apply everywhere.

• Local amendments to the Florida Building Code (state code basics)
• Flood zones, freeboard, and the local FEMA 50% threshold and lookback period (the FEMA 50% rule)
• Accessory dwelling unit (ADU) rules (Florida ADU rules)
• Short-term and vacation rental rules (Florida short-term rental rules)
• Zoning, setbacks, fences, pools, docks, and tree removal (Florida permit basics)

Not yet researched

Sources

• City of Tampa, Permits, checked October 10, 2026
• Official department page

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