FLORIDARenovation Guide

Central Florida

Remodeling in Orange County

Orange County's One-Stop Permitting handles unincorporated areas around Orlando, such as Pine Hills, Union Park and much of east Orange County. The City of Orlando and the county's other cities issue their own permits.

Checked against official Orange County sources:

Roof replacement in Orange County

Reroofing needs a permit. Depending on the scope, related trade permits may also apply.

Our Florida roof permit guide

Windows and doors in Orange County

Size-for-size window and door replacements have their own residential permit track. You upload a simple floor plan marking the openings and a product approval sheet, and the approved installation details must be on site for inspection.

Our window and door permit guide

Screen enclosures in Orange County

Screen enclosures generally need a permit. Ask the county's permitting office what drawings or engineering it needs for the aluminum structure.

Our screen enclosure permit guide

Fences in Orange County

Fences up to 6 ft need a zoning permit. Fences over 6 ft, and masonry walls, need a building permit.

Our Florida fence permit guide

Sheds in Orange County

Every shed needs a permit application. Sheds of 120 sq. ft. or less may be exempt from parts of the building code, but other county reviews can still apply.

Our Florida shed permit guide

Contractor licensing in Orange County

Check the contractor's state license at MyFloridaLicense.com, and make sure the license type covers the work. Orange County's Division of Building Safety also licenses some contractors locally.

How to check a contractor

Official Orange County links