Permits, Inspections & Code

How Permitting Works

Most projects in Jefferson County follow a two-step process: first obtain a Development Permit from the Planning Department, then apply for Building Permits through the Building Department.

• Each department’s review may legally take up to 30 days, so allow up to 60 days total, though reviews are usually much faster.
• Each time a revision is submitted, a new 30-day review period begins.
• Applications must be complete when submitted; incomplete applications will not be processed.
• Submittals must be made in person or by mail: electronic applications are not accepted.
• Permit fees are payable by cash or check only, made out to Jefferson Co. B.O.C.C.

Step-by-step: Apply for a Permit →

Inspections

• Call (850) 342-0223 to request an inspection.
• Emailed inspection requests are not accepted.

Code Enforcement

Compliance with county ordinances is the goal of Jefferson County Code Enforcement. Enforcement is by citizen request: a complaint must be filed before action can be taken, and under Florida law (Section 162.21, F.S.) anonymous complaints cannot be accepted: you must provide your name and address.

• Submit a Code Enforcement Complaint online
• Or use the printable Code Enforcement Complaint Form (PDF)
• Submit by mail or by email to Dustin.McCoy@jcso-fl.org
• Properties inside the City of Monticello: contact City Hall, (850) 342-0153
• Unresolved violations are heard by the Special Magistrate