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Building Department

About the Department

The Building Department is responsible for the examination of building plans and specifications to ensure structural soundness and conformity with adopted building codes, as well as the issuance of building permits.

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Guides & Resources

Flood Information & Safety

A helpful one-stop resource for local flood risks, FEMA maps, insurance guidance, and emergency notifications.

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Recreational Vehicles

Guidelines on living in or visiting in an RV on your property.

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Home-Based Businesses

Answers to common questions about running a business from your home.

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Applications & Documents

911 Address (Fillable 2025)
Affidavit for New Structure to Existing Structure (Fillable 2025)
Blower Door Test (Fillable 2025)
Change of Applicant Request (Fillable 2025)
Change of GC Request (Fillable 2025)
Change of Subcontractor Request (Fillable 2025)
Commercial Checklist (Fillable 2025)
Contractor Roofing Affidavit (Fillable 2025)
Driveway OR Right-of-Way Application - How to Apply (Fillable 2025)
Duct Leakage Test Report (Fillable 2025)
Electric Service Affidavit (Fillable 2025)
Electrical Service - NEW of UPGRADE - How to Apply (Fillable 2025)
Existing Slab Affidavit (Fillable 2025)
Flood Notice to Applicant (Fillable 2025)
Flood Notice to Applicant (Solar) (Fillable 2025)
Generator Install - How to Apply (Fillable 2025)
Landowner Affidavit (Fillable 2025)
MH Blocking Diagram (Fillable 2025)
MH Installer Authorization (Blanket) (Fillable 2025)
MH Installer Authorization (Job Specific) (Fillable 2025)
MH Placement Acknowledgement (Fillable 2025)
MH Subcontractor Form (Fillable 2025)
Mobile Home Standards (Fillable 2025)
No Permit Required Form (Fillable 2025)
Notice of Commencement (Fillable 2025)
Notice of Termination (Fillable 2025)
Notice to Building Official (Private Provider) (Fillable 2025)
Notice to Swimming Pool Owners (Fillable 2025)
Out of County Inspection Form (Fillable 2025)
Owner and Contractor Signature Page (Fillable 2025)
Owner Builder Disclosure Statement (Fillable 2025)
Permit Cancellation Request (Fillable 2025)
Permit Renewal Request (Fillable 2025)
Plan Compliance Affidavit (Private Provider) (Fillable 2025)
Product Approval Code Specifications Form (Fillable 2025)
ReRoof Procedures
Residential Checklist (Fillable 2025)
Roof Underlayment Affidavit (Fillable 2025)
Scope of Work (Fillable 2025)
SISD FEMA 50 Percent Rule (Fillable 2025)
Site Plan Checklist (Fillable 2025)
Site Plan Checklist (Pools) (Fillable 2025)
Site Plan Checklist (Solar) (Fillable 2025)
Site Plan Checklist (Towers) (Fillable 2025)
Special Temp Landowner Affidavit (Fillable 2025)
Subcontractor Form (Fillable 2025)
Agent Authorization Form (September 2021) Fillable
Comprehensive Plan Amendment Application (September 2021) Fillable
Comprehensive Plan Text Amendment Application (September 2021) Fillable
Division of Land Application (September 2021) Fillable
Land Development Regulation Text Amendment Application (September 2021) Fillable
Landowner Affidavit STUP (December 2023 Fillable)
Major Subdivision Application (September 2019) Fillable
Minor Site Development Plan Application (September 2021) Fillable
Minor Subdivision Application (September 2021) Fillable
Misc Zoning Request (Use for Alcohol License, Statement of Land Use, Flood Determination Letter, Zoning Regulation or Decisions Appeal Request)
PRD Application (September 2021) Fillable
Site Development Plan Application (September 2021) Fillable
Site Specific Amendment to the Official Zoning Atlas (Rezoning) Application (September 2021) Fillable
Special Exception Application (September 2021) Fillable
Special Exception Application - Communication Towers (September 2021) Fillable
Special Family Lot Permit Affidavit (September 2021) Fillable
Special Family Lot Permit Application September 2021) Fillable
Special Permit Application (September 2021)
Special Temporary Use Permit Affidavit 5yr Family Residence (September 2021) Fillable
Special Temporary Use Permit Application Fillable (March 2024)
Subdivision Application (September 2021) Fillable
Submittal Guidelines for Development (September 2021)
Variance Application (September 2021) Fillable

Contact Us

Building Department

Office Hours

Monday-Friday
8:00 A.M. - 4:30 P.M.

Contact Information

Phone: 386-758-1008
Fax: 386-758-2160

Email: bldginfo@columbiacountyfla.com

Location

135 NE Hernando Ave.
Lake City, FL 32055 (opens in new window)

Mailing Address

P.O. Box 1529
Lake City, FL 32056-1529

Public Records

Public records request policy and fees

Board of County Commissioners
Tel. (386) 758-1326
Fax: (386) 758-2182
Email: publicrecords@columbiacountyfla.com

Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 1529
Lake City, FL 32056-1529

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