1. Click here for a PDF document that explains some differences between our old software, eGovPlus/Community Plus and our new software EPL.

1. For contractor registration or updates and recorded Notice of Commencement (NOC) submission email us. Please allow 1 business day for processing. 
2. The NOC must be recorded at Palm Beach County Recording Department located at 205 North Dixie Highway (4^th Floor), West Palm Beach, FL 33401 (561-355-2991).
3. After the NOC is recorded, include the permit number in the subject of the email and attach a PDF copy of the recorded NOC and email to us. 

Send us copies of the following:

1. Your state license or county competency license
2. Your business tax receipt from the city or county your business is domiciled in
3. Your certificate of insurance for general liability and workers compensation
   • Must have City of West Palm Beach, 401 Clematis Street, West Palm Beach, Florida 33401 as the certificate holder
4. If you are workers compensation exempt a copy of the exemption is required
5. The best phone number and email address for your contractor account in the event we need to contact your office

An associate will confirm receipt of registration. Please allow 1-2 business days for processing.  

• Starting at 7:30 a.m. visit our online portal to find your inspector.
• Enter your permit number only and click SEARCH
• Click on permit number
• Click on inspections tab
• Find the inspection you scheduled for the day and see the INSPECTOR column; there is a 4-digit inspector # code in the INSPECTOR column; the code belongs to an inspector; give him/her a call to arrange a time for your scheduled inspection.

If you prefer to call, the best practice by phone is:

The morning of your inspection starting at 7:30 a.m. you may call:

Electrical 561-805-6742

Mechanical 561-805-6732

Plumbing 561-805-6692

Building 561-805-6670

Below is a list of all possible inspection types you may be required to pass in order to close out your permit. If you are unsure what inspection type is needed you can call:

Electrical 561-805-6742

Mechanical 561-805-6732

Plumbing 561-805-6692

Building 561-805-6666

Or you can schedule the MISCELLANEOUS for the correct trade and discuss the requirements with your inspector on that day. 

CODE     BUILDING                             

101#        Building Pre-Inspection

103#        Drywall/Fastening                  

104#        Final/Cert. of Occupancy       

105#        Footing                                  

106#        Framing                                 

107#        Insulation                               

108#        Lath/Metal                              

109#        Pool Deck

110#        Pool Steel                              

111#        Roof Framing                        

112#        Roof Metal/Tin Tag                

113#        Sidewalk & Driveway             

114#        Slab                                        

115#        Stem Wall                              

116#        Tie-Down/Trailers                  

117#        Wall Sheathing                      

118#        Roof Sheathing                     

119#        Window/Door Buck                

120#        Beam Column

121#        Roofing In-Progress              

124#        Framing Anchors                   

125#        Firestopping                                          

128#        Monolithic Slab                      

131#        Fire Final

143#        Building Miscellaneous

CODE     ELECTRICAL                        

201#        Generator Test                      

202#        Slab/Underground                 

203#        Final                                      

204#        Ceiling Rough/Above             

205#        Wall Rough                            

206#        Service Change                     

207#        Temporary Power

208#        Electrical Pre-Inspection        

209#        Permanent Power                  

210#        Meter Check                          

211#        Early Power Release             

212#        Pool Steel Bonding

213#        Pool Deck Bonding                

214#        Pool Niche Bonding

243#        Electrical Miscellaneous        

CODE     ENGINEERING

801#        Engineering Rough

802#        Engineering Final

CODE     FIRE                                       

301#        Fire Alarm Test                      

302#        Fire Alarm/Sprinkler Final

303#        Fire Main Underground

304#        Fire Pump Test

309#        Fire Pre-Inspection

310#        Sprinkler Head Inspection

311#        Fire Pressure Test

CODE     GAS

401#        Gas Pre-Inspection

402#        Final Gas                               

403#        Rough Gas

404#        Rough Med Gas

405#        Final Med Gas

406#        LP Tank

407#        Pool Heater

408#        Underground Gas

409#        Gas Pressure Test

443#        Gas Miscellaneous

CODE     LANDSCAPE/VEGETATION

501#        Landscape Pre-Inspection

502#        Landscape Final                    

503#        Landscape

504#        Vegetation Removal

507#        Zoning Final

CODE     MECHANICAL/HVAC

601#        Mechanical Pre-Inspection

602#        Mechanical Final                   

603#        Fire Sprinkler Pipe

604#        Rough

605#        SmokeControl/Stair Pressure

606#        Fuel Storage/Delivery

607#        Mechanical Pressure Test

610#        Underground Tanks

611#        Above Ground Fuel Tank

612#        Fuel Pressure Test

613#        Fire Damper Framing

614#        Fire Damper Clearance

615#        Fire Damper

616#        Underground Exhaust

617#        Duct Wrap

618#        Hood Fire Suppression

643#        Mechanical Miscellaneous

650#        Mech Private Provider Audit

CODE     PLUMBING

701#        Site Underground Sanitary

702#        Site Underground Water

703#        Final

704#        1^st Rough

705#        2^nd Rough

706#        Plumbing Pressure Test

707#        Pool Perimeter Piping

708#        Main Drain

709#        Backflow

710#        Plumbing Pre-Inspection

743#        Plumbing Miscellaneous

1. To find your plan review comments go online at: https://onestopshop.wpbgov.com/eGovPlus/permit/perm_status.aspx
2. Enter your permit number only and click search. Click on the permit number in blue.
3. Click on the Plan Review tab.
4. Read the plan review comments.
5. If you have questions about the plan review comments, as a best practice, email or call your plan reviewer. The name, phone, and email address of your plan reviewer is in the Plan Review comments.
6. You can also check the status of your permit by emailing us. Put your permit number in the subject line of the email. An associate will respond as soon as possible.

No. We do not have a roofing affidavit. However, we understand that roofing is impacted by unpredictable weather conditions, and is necessary for safety and the protection of your possessions. Once you have an approved roofing permit, prior to starting work, you can do the following to ensure you pass your inspections and close your permit properly:

• Schedule a 143 Building Miscellaneous inspection type prior to starting work and meet your inspector to discuss expectations on the required inspections. He/she will advise you if an affidavit and pictures would be allowed.

• You can call the Building Chief to discuss your roofing project and he/she will advise you on the expectations on the required inspections for your permit.

• Upon issuance of an approved permit, you begin work and, due to unforeseen circumstances such as bad weather, you can’t call in the required inspections at that time, which include but are not limited to, 111 Roof Framing, 112 Roof Metal/Tin Tag, 118 Roof Sheathing, 121 Roofing in Progress, and 104 Final, as a best practice, take lots of pictures. Call in the required inspections as soon as possible and be prepared to provide your inspector with the pictures and the roofing affidavit from Palm Beach County. Ultimately, it will be at the discretion of your building inspector to pass or fail any inspections.

1. Email us your request ds@wpb.org
2. Include "CO Request" or "CC Request" in the subject line.
3. In the body of the email include the master permit number, address, and contact information.
4. An associate will review your email and contact you. Please allow 1-2 business days for a response. 

1. To ask questions and get information about Expired or Open Permits on your property email us at: expiredpermits@wpb.org
2. In the subject of the email include your property address.
3. A team member will review your property permit history and get back to you with next steps. Please allow 2-4 business days for a response. 
4. At a minimum, please include your name and phone number in the body of the email.
5. There isn’t one way to close an open or expired permit. In some cases there will be a fee to reissue it and a required inspection.
6. If you are selling your home, it’s best to notify us early so we can resolve the open/expired permit on your property prior to your closing.

1. To find out what you need to do to comply with a Stop Work Order email us.
2. Include your property address in the subject line, your name and phone number in the body of the email, and attach a picture or PDF of the STOP WORK ORDER you received.
3. Or you can visit us at City Hall, 401 Clematis Street, West Palm Beach, FL 33401 Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. We experience long wait times during the lunch hour 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
4. A member of the building division, either via email, over the phone, or in person will help you comply with the Stop Work Order.
5. Keep in mind that even if you didn’t do the work, or the work was done prior to you purchasing the property, you are still responsible for the permit. Work that has commenced without a permit could be subject to a penalty fee. Not complying with the Stop Work Order could result in further penalties in the future and possible lien on your property. We will review your specific situation at the time you contact us and come up with a solution to comply.

Click below to view the report.

Permit Utilization Report FY20