Florida Certificate of Occupancy Guide

To obtain a certificate of occupancy in Florida: 1. **Complete all required inspections:** The building department will inspect the building at key construction milestones (foundation, framing, rough MEP, insulation, and final). All inspections must pass before a CO can be issued. 2. **Submit required documentation:** Some jurisdictions require additional documentation for the CO, such as an elevation certificate (for flood zone buildings), a survey, or a letter of completion from the engineer of record. 3. **Pay any outstanding fees:** Any outstanding permit fees or impact fees must be paid before the CO is issued. 4. **Final inspection:** The building department will perform a final inspection to verify that the building is complete and complies with the approved permit drawings. Pineland Engineering assists clients with the CO process, including preparing the required documentation and coordinating with the building department.