Clearwater Building Permits and Codes

Building permits for property in Clearwater, Pinellas County, are handled by City of Clearwater, phone (727) 562-4567.

Last verified October 10, 2026.

Who issues your permit

City of Clearwater Verified

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

2741 State Road 580, Clearwater, FL 33761

Phone

(727) 562-4567

Official website

myclearwater.com/Business-Development/Permits-and-Inspections

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 Clearwater

These local topics have not yet been confirmed for Clearwater. 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

• Pinellas County, Building Departments in Pinellas County (updated 8/11/2026), checked October 10, 2026
• Official department page

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