Direct answer
Direct answer
For unincorporated Hillsborough County, building and subtrade permits are submitted through HillsGovHub. Tampa, Plant City, and Temple Terrace use their own building departments.
Before you begin
Before you begin
Hillsborough County Development Services serves unincorporated property. Confirm city limits before submitting.
Key information
- Online application
- HillsGovHub
- Property jurisdiction
- Confirm before applying
- Plans and documents
- Depend on permit type
- Inspections
- Scheduled after permit issuance
Fees
- Permit fee
- Varies by permit type and project value
- Plan review / impact fees
- May apply
- Exact amount
- Calculated during application reviewUse the current official fee schedule; do not assume a flat price
Requirements
- Property address and parcel information.
- A complete scope of work and the forms required for that permit type.
- Plans, surveys, contractor credentials, and owner authorization when applicable.
Steps
- 1Confirm which building department serves the address.
- 2Create an account in HillsGovHub.
- 3Choose the permit type and upload the required documents.
- 4Respond to review comments, pay assessed fees, and schedule inspections.
Important notes
- Starting work before permit issuance can create penalties and correction requirements.
- Municipal addresses may use a city building department instead of the county.
Relevant office
Hillsborough County Development Services
- Address
- 601 E. Kennedy Boulevard, Tampa, FL 33602
- Phone
- (813) 272-5600
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