Building

All permitting, plan review, and inspections are conducted from City Hall and any questions during any phase or prior to your project should be directed to the the following:

Address

Building Division
5919 Main St.
New Port Richey, FL 34652

Email

• Permitting - permits@cityofnewportrichey.org

Phone

• Building Division - (727) 853-1047
• General Inquiries - (727) 853-1041

The building official and Building Division will review early start requests on a case by case basis and prior authorization must be obtained through the Building Division by calling (727) 853-1047.

The wind-borne debris region and basic wind speed map establishes the geographical boundary of the wind-borne debris region. The City of New Port Richey follows the guidelines outlined in the 2010 Florida Building Code.

If the direct contract for a building permit is greater than $2,500, the applicant shall file with the issuing authority prior to the first inspection a certified copy of the recorded notice of commencement. This does not apply to a direct contract to repair or replace an existing heating or air-conditioning system in an amount less than $7,500 according to Florida Statute section 713.13.

Complete the Notice of Commencement form(PDF, 33KB) and record it with the:

Clerk of the Circuit Court
7530 Little Rd.
Suite 220
New Port Richey, FL 34652

As the owner of a one or two family dwelling you my act as your own contractor and do the work yourself, provided that the home is for your own use and it is not for sale or lease. You must also be doing the work yourself or providing direct on-site supervision.

As the owner, you may hire laborers to help you in the construction. However, you must supervise any of the laborers you hire. At the time of permitting you will need to turn in a Homeowner Affidavit. You must also comply with Florida Statues with regard to workers compensation and federal taxes. You can enter into a contract for the different categories of work (electrical, plumbing, mechanical, etc.) as long as the person you hire is a licensed contractor in the respective category.

Please contact the Code Enforcement Department at (727) 841-4550 for further information.

At this time no permit may be applied for or inspection scheduled via the Internet. However, you may view scheduled inspection results with a PIN and permit number online.

Please note that City employees do not trim trees on private property. For tree removal on Private Property, you need to contact the Development Department to see if a permit is required. They can be reached at (727) 853-1039.