Dade City Building Permits and Codes

Building permits for property in Dade City, Pasco County, are handled by City of Dade City Building Department.

Last verified October 10, 2026.

Who issues your permit

City of Dade City Building Department Verified

Dade City also issues building permits for San Antonio and St. Leo under a local agreement.

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

Not yet researched

Phone

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Official website

dadecityfl.gov/our_government/departments/building_department/index.php

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 Dade City

These local topics have not yet been confirmed for Dade City. 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 Dade City, Building Department, checked October 10, 2026
• Official department page

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