Building and Code Administration

ATTENTION - NEW REQUIREMENTS!

Use of Stem Wall, Deep Footings, Pier/Pile within the Floodplain, Effective 4/1/2025:

Effective April 1, 2025, all new construction and substantial improvements within the floodplain will no longer be able to use slab on grade for foundations. The use of stem wall, deep footings, or pier/pile will be necessary to address the potential impacts resulting from construction and/or fill within the floodplain. This requirement is based on Section 72-741(c)(2), which states:

“Require the use of appropriate construction practices in order to prevent or minimize future flood damage.”

Contractor Licensing Documents, Effective 3/1/2025

Effective March 1, 2025, All Contractor Licensing documents, including Insurance and Licenses, are required to be uploaded directly to the License holders ConnectLive account.  Documents will need to be uploaded to each license the License holder has.  A guide for uploading the documents for your license / insurance can be found at the link below, page three of that document addresses how to upload.

• Contractor Listing Renewals Guide

Hurricane Milton Update:

On October 15, 2024, Volusia County Council approved a resolution to waive certain application, permit and plan review fees for repair and reconstruction of Commercial and Residential structures that sustained damage directly related to Hurricane Milton.  Permits submitted related to Hurricane Milton damage as of October 10, 2024 - April 30, 2025, will need to provide a notarized Hurricane Damage Verification Affidavit, proof of damage (photos) and a scope of work outlining the work to be completed. For more information, please click here.

HURRICANE DAMAGE VERIFICATION AFFIDAVIT