To assist you (residential only) in determining if you need a building permit, use the following guidelines:

• If the project is under $1000.00, no permit required
• If the project is under 200 square feet, no permit required
• If the project is less than 140 linear feet (fencing), no permit required
• If the project cuts into the roof or attached to an existing structure, permit required

On all residential projects, a zoning review is required

NOTE: Always call prior to starting any project to insure permitting requirements.

Once you have determined that you need a building permit for the City of Mary Esther, bring the following items to the Planning and Zoning Director:

1. Permit Application in PDF format
2. Three (3) sets of Building Plans
3. Survey of your property

1. Permit Application in PDF format
2. Three (3) sets of Building Plans to including a site plan
3. Fire Sprinkler and Fire Alarm System Plan

For additional information regarding the City of Mary Esther Fire Code Ordinance dated 6/2/05 please go to the Fire Department Web Page under Fire Prevention.

On any commercial project, call to discuss the project to insure you have all of the City's requirements.

City of Mary Esther Building Permit in PDF format