Permit Guide
Building Permits in Hillsborough County
Everything you need to know about building permits in Hillsborough County. Or skip it all and let us handle everything.
Permit Office
Office
Hillsborough County Development Services
Phone
Online Portal
HillsGovHub
Process
How the Permit Process Works
Submit through HillsGovHub portal. Plan review by Building, Zoning, Fire, and other departments. Inspections scheduled online or by phone.
Application
We submit your permit application through HillsGovHub with all required documentation, plans, and engineering.
Multi-Department Review
Hillsborough County routes plans through Building, Zoning, Fire, and other departments. Residential plan review: 10-15 business days. Commercial: 15-45 business days.
Permit Issued
Once all departments approve, the permit is issued and posted at the job site. Work can begin.
Inspections
We schedule inspections at each milestone. Inspections can be scheduled online through the portal or by phone.
Final Approval
After the final inspection passes, the permit is closed and your project is fully code-compliant.
Permit Types
Common Permit Types
FAQ
Hillsborough County Permit Questions
Does Hillsborough County use a different permit office than the City of Tampa?
Yes. If your property is within Tampa city limits, permits go through the City of Tampa Construction Services Division. Properties in unincorporated Hillsborough County (Brandon, Lutz, Riverview) go through Hillsborough County Development Services. We know which office handles your address and file accordingly.
How long does permit review take in Hillsborough County?
Residential plan review: 10-15 business days. Commercial: 15-45 business days. We submit through HillsGovHub and track progress so you do not have to follow up.
What happens if my roof was built before 2002?
Hillsborough County requires a structural analysis by a Florida-licensed structural engineer for pre-2002 roof replacements. We coordinate the engineering analysis as part of the permit process.
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You should not have to navigate HillsGovHub or call (813) 272-5600. We pull every permit, schedule every inspection, and manage every code requirement in Hillsborough County.
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