Everything you need to know about getting a deck permit in Jacksonville: fees, requirements, exemptions, and direct links to the Building Inspection Division.
Permit Fees
Valuation-based. All permit applications submitted online through JaxEPICS.
Processing Time
First review of building permits: expect 25-30 business days.
Apply Online
Yes — via JaxEPICS
Building Code
Florida Building Code (statewide, based on IBC with Florida amendments)
Contact: (904) 255-8541
Follow Florida Building Code exemptions. Decks not more than 30 inches above adjacent grade and not over a basement may be exempt. Verify with Building Inspection Division.
If your deck does NOT meet all exemption criteria, you must obtain a permit before construction. Building without a required permit can result in fines, stop-work orders, and required demolition.
Review the exemption criteria above. If your deck exceeds any threshold, a permit is required.
You'll need a site plan, deck dimensions, framing details, and footing specifications. Check Jacksonville's specific documentation requirements.
Apply through JaxEPICS . Pay the permit fee at submission.
Once approved, post your permit visibly and schedule required inspections (typically footing, framing, and final).
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Data verified April 2026. Fees, processing times, and requirements are subject to change. Always confirm current information with Jacksonville's Building Inspection Division.