Building

All building permit applications, forms, and supporting documents must comply with the 8th Edition of the Florida Building Code.

To ensure you're using the most current version of any permit-related form, please avoid using printed copies. Always download forms directly from the City’s website to access the latest versions.

The City of Port St. Lucie Building Department has been accredited by the International Accreditation Service (IAS) since 2016—one of only four accredited departments in Florida. Accreditation by the International Accreditation Service (IAS) recognizes our commitment to public safety, customer service, and operational excellence. This independent verification confirms we meet nationally recognized standards and implement best practices that benefit residents, contractors, and the broader community.

• View Accreditation Certificate(PDF, 720KB)

Read more about the accreditation

Mission

The Mission of the Building Department is to protect the public's health, life safety, and general welfare in the Built Environment incorporating the development and application of best practices principles.

Vision

To be the premier Building Department in the State of Florida built on a foundation of modeling the best practices of timeliness, accuracy and customer service in all functions, while developing positive relationships with our customers, elected leaders and stakeholders and become a positive global influence in the field of building code regulation and government activities helping Port St. Lucie lead the world.

Values

• Provide reliable, consistent permitting, inspections, and plan reviews
• Accountable government services
• Dedicated staff committed to addressing the requests of the public
• Professional interactions
• Unparalleled customer service

Notices of Commencement (NOC) must be recorded with the St. Lucie County Clerk of Court, either at:

• St. Lucie County Clerk of Courts - South County Annex, 250 NW Country Club Drive, Port St. Lucie, FL 34986, or
• St. Lucie County Clerk of Courts Main Office, 201 South Indian River Drive, Fort Pierce, FL 34950
• Website: www.stlucieclerk.gov

A copy of the recorded NOC must be submitted to the Building Department before scheduling any inspections.

• You can upload your NOC through the Document Upload Portal. 
• Please allow 24 hours for processing before requesting an inspection.