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Pinellas County waives doubled permit fees for storm repairs through Dec. 31 to speed compliance

5774743 · September 18, 2025
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Summary

Commissioners approved a temporary waiver of doubled building and floodplain fees for storm repairs so homeowners can obtain standard permits and remain eligible for insurance and federal help; staff will mail notices to affected property owners.

Pinellas County commissioners unanimously approved a resolution Sept. 18 waiving doubled building‑permit and floodplain fees for storm reconstruction and repair through Dec. 31, 2025. The waiver allows residents who made unpermitted repairs after the storm to pull a regular permit at the normal fee and bring work into compliance without paying doubled fees.

Why it matters: Staff said the fee waiver is aimed…

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