Okeechobee County Florida Board of County Commissioners
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NOTICE: Okeechobee County contracts with SAFEbuilt to operate and manage its Building Department services.
1700 NW 9th Avenue, Suite A
Okeechobee, Florida 34972
Office: (863) 763-5548
email: kthroop@safebuilt.com
Important things to remember:
When submitting Permit Application
- A Site Plan is required showing setbacks, fire separation, overhead and underground utilities, septic tanks
- Owner/Builder Affidavit (if applicable) must be signed in person at building department
- Contractors must be registered with the County and have current liability and workers compensation insurance
- Three sets of construction drawings are required for non-residential work and two sets for residential
Prior to First Inspection
- Notice of Commencement (NOC) for jobs in excess of $2,500.00
- Preliminary Pest Certificate
- Road & Bridge Approval for Right-of-Way Permit
- Preliminary Soil Compaction (FAX copy)
- Form Board Survey (if applicable)
Prior to Final Inspection
- Final Pest Certificate
- Final Septic Approval
- Approved Road & Bridge Inspection
- Original Soil Compaction
- Finish Floor Elevation or Elevation Certificate
Prior to Issuance of Certificate of Occupancy
- Solid Waste and Fire Assessment fees must be paid
- Fire Fighter Safety Building Marking System emblem must be installed