Building Services

Welcome to the Marco Island Building Services webpage. All services offered by our Division may be handled remotely.

The Building Services Division is charged with providing a full range of services to the development community and the citizens of Marco Island. Services include the issuance of permits, the review of plans, and field inspections of projects.

The Division reviews and inspects all projects requiring a permit. The City strives to assemble and maintain a team of well-qualified personnel. The head of the Building Services Division is state certified as a Building Official. All Plans Examiners and Building Inspectors are certified inspectors in their respective disciplines.

NEWS

Post Hurricane Ian Tolling of Expiration Dates & and extension instructions. (updated 3/1/2024)
FBC 8th Edition Effective December 31st, 2023.
New inspection for sanitary re-pipe permits: Notice to Contractors - Sanitary Replacement-Repair Affidavit (effective 12-14-2023)
Gas inspections have been updated: Notice to Contractors - Gas Inspection Changes (effective 7-14-2023)
Now located at 1310 San Marco Road first floor, just east of the Police Department. (Click)
Instructions for permitting of Boat Canopy and Boat Cover Assist Systems.
House Bill 735 and how it will affect you. (Click) (Effective July 1st, 2024) see HB1383

PERMITTING

When do I need a permit? Please read these guides and refer to the proper state and local codes to determine application: ( 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 )

To obtain a permit, apply online with our Citizen Service Portal. (Click) (Instructions) (CSS Form - Registration form, to be used in conjunction with online registration)

New Fee Schedule in effect as of 10/01/22.

For asking permitting, non-plan related, questions: : permitdesk@cityofmarcoisland.com

To update license, liability, worker’s compensation, and sub-contractor information: contractorinfo@cityofmarcoisland.com

The reviewcoordinator@cityofmarcoisland.com email address is an unmanned email address, used for outgoing system emails. Please do not reply to it.

Main Phone number - 239-389-5059. If someone is unavailable to take your call or if you are calling after business hours, please leave a brief message. If possible, please provide the following information: address, permit number, issue, or general question. Please leave only one message and a staff member will return your call as soon as possible.

LICENSING

Please review these guides for licensing, contractors, and how to identify an unlicensed contractor.

Warning Signs
Infographic on contractor identification; a how to. ( 1 - 2 - 3 )
Complaint Form
County licensing. (Click)

ADVISEMENT

Sign up for eNotifications on www.cityofmarcoisland.com, go to the "How do I?" section in the main menu and choose "Subscribe to email blast" from the "Receive Alerts and Notifications" section.
Does your home pool have a barrier? Take a look at the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission's, Publication 362 regarding Safety Barrier Guidelines for Home Pools [PDF]. Because the screen enclosure and fence options for pool barriers require a licensed contractor, a permit, and an inspection, residents should read this before hiring a contractor.
Florida Lien Law - Always file a Notice of Commencement before beginning a new construction or remodeling project. The local authority that issues building permits is required to provide the Notice of Commencement Form. You must record the form with the Clerk of the Circuit Court in the county where the property being improved is located. Also post a certified copy at the job site. For more information download the Florida Lien Law Pamphlet from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation.