City of Pensacola
Resources
City of Pensacola GIS | Code of Ordinances | Remote Video Inspection Program | Building Inspections | Elevation Certificates
| Zoning | Code | Front | Side | Rear | Lot Size Requirements |
| Low- Density Residential | LDR | ||||
| Single Family Zoning | R-1AAAAA | 60 | 10 | 60 | |
| Single Family Zoning | R-1AAAA | 30 | 8 | 30 | |
| Single Family Zoning | R-1AAA | 30 | 7.5 | 30 | |
| Medium Density Residential | MDR | ||||
| One and two family zoning | R-1AA | 30 | 6 | 30 | |
| One and two family zoning | R-1A | 20 | 5 | 25 | |
| High Density Residential | HDR | ||||
| Single Family Detached | R-ZL | 20 | 8 | 20 | |
| Historic and Preservation Land Use | HP | ||||
| Historic One and two family | HR-1 | 20/25/30/35 | Depends on height of building! Max 35'! | ||
| North Hill Preservation single-family | PR-1AAA | 30 | 9 | 25 | |
| Old East Hill Neighborhood Commercial | OEHR-1 | ||||
| Old East Hill Preservation single-family | OEHR-2 | 15 | 5 | 15 |
- Parcel Number and 911 Address
- Town Approval
- If the project is located on Pensacola Beach or within the Town of Century prior approval is required. The approval is required to be submitted by the customer to this office when applying for a Building Permit. (Not applicable to the City of Pensacola.
- Notice of Commencement
- Florida Product Approvals & Local
- Plot Plan by CT Homes
- Engineer stamped plans with truss pages
- Septic Tank Permit OR Sewer Receipts & Water Tap Receipts- Emerald Coast Utilities Authority
- Energy Forms
- Termite Treatment Letter
- Electrical | Temp Power | Plumbing | Mech | Gas | Blower Door Test | Fire Protection System | Doors, Windows, Siding | Irrigation | Roofing Affidavit | Generator install w auto transfer switch affidavit |
- Stormwater Erosion and Sediment Controls During Construction
- Preliminary Elevation Certificate (for properties in a flood zone, with building permit application)
- Form Board Certificate (for properties in a flood zone, prior to framing)
- Final Elevation Certificate (for properties in a flood zone, before final inspection)
- Tree Removal Permit (MGO) [@cityofpensacola.com]
- Right of Way permit (Driveway)
Notes
- The City of Pensacola has multiple zoning overlays to be aware of. Each zoning designation has its own requirements and standards. Please see the following links:
- Community Redevelopment Area Urban Design Overlay District (CRAUDOD)
- Historic District
- North Hill Preservation District
- Old East Hill Preservation District
- Properties in the above listed zoning overlays have additional permit requirements, some that may need to be included on plans. They are:
- Curb detail
- Landscaping plan
- Glazing calculations
- Frontage calculations
VZone Certification if in VZone & All new construction within a designated “Floodway” will provide an original signed and sealed “No Rise” Certification.
The noise ordinance under Section 8-1-13 covers construction noise and includes other noise such as music and vocal noise including singing. The hours listed under the ordinance differ for the type of noise, and it can be easily misconstrued. Specifically for construction, Section 8-1-13(7) allows general construction activity between the hours of 6:00am and 7:00pm, Monday through Saturday. Construction equipment including pile drivers, power shovels, pneumatic hammers, hoists, and derricks are further restricted to operating between 7:00am through 6:00pm, Monday through Saturday. A permit for extended hours may be applied for and issued by the Building Official. Complaints after normal working hours must be made to the Pensacola Police Department. Inspections will investigate complaints made that pertain to permitted construction projects.
Electronic Plans Requirments | Accessory storage shed guide | Contractor File Submittal | Letter of Authorization to sign for permits | Insureance Policy Updates | Assumption of Project by Contractor | Design Standards and Guidelines
