Can this tool tell me if I need a building permit?

The tool can suggest common permit paths based on project type, but local rules vary. Users should confirm requirements with the official city, county, or regional building department.

Can this tool estimate building permit fees?

Yes. The fee calculator gives a rough planning estimate using project value, permit rate, plan review rate, admin fees, and trade permit assumptions. Official fees may be different.

Can this tool help with inspection preparation?

Yes. The inspection checklist helps users prepare permit cards, approved plans, access, correction items, and stage readiness before scheduling an inspection.

Does this tool collect personal information?

No. The tool runs in the visitor's browser and does not require a name, email address, permit number, property address, or login.

City Of Royal Palm Beach Building Department | Permits, Inspections & Official Contact

Royal Palm Beach permit action guide

Use ProjectDox, Upload the Correct Permit Package and Finish Every Required Inspection

The official permit authority is the Village of Royal Palm Beach Building Division—not a City of Royal Palm Beach department.

The Village uses ProjectDox for electronic applications and plan review, Click2Gov for permit and fee information, and a separate automated IVR line for inspections. This guide explains which system to use, what documents to upload, how to name files, when Planning or Engineering review is needed and what proves the permit is finally closed.

ProjectDox application and correction workflow

Inspection codes, virtual inspections and cutoff guidance

Fees, flood, easement, zoning and final CO checks

Open Royal Palm Beach ProjectDox Choose My Task

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Correct agency name and jurisdiction Royal Palm Beach is incorporated as a Village. Properties inside the Village use the Royal Palm Beach Building Division. Properties in unincorporated Palm Beach County use the county Building Division and ePZB portal, even when the mailing address contains “Royal Palm Beach.”

Start Here Village or County? Phone & Hours Which System? Permit Type Apply Online File Names Fees Inspections Records Map FAQs

Start here

Choose the Royal Palm Beach Task You Need

📝 Apply for a permit Create a ProjectDox account, start the application and upload named PDF files. 🔎 Search permit records Search Click2Gov by application number, address, parcel or name. 📅 Schedule an inspection Call 561-790-5144 with the IVR number and three-digit inspection code. 🏠 Find homeowner forms Choose the project and download the resident or owner-builder package. 🧰 Find contractor forms Open permit-specific checklists for building, roofing, pool, electrical and trade work. 📐 Check zoning and setbacks Confirm location, lot coverage, use, signs, landscaping and architectural approval. 🚧 Check Engineering permits Use for right-of-way, easement, grading, drainage and development work. ⚠️ Report a code violation File online, by written complaint or by calling Code Enforcement.

Royal Palm Beach Permit Route Finder

Select the project or problem to see the best first action and document package.

Avoid the wrong permit agency

Village of Royal Palm Beach or Unincorporated Palm Beach County?

Use the Village Building Division when

The parcel is inside Village boundaries
The permit record appears in Village Click2Gov
ProjectDox identifies Royal Palm Beach
Village Planning handles the property
The permit card lists Village inspection codes
Village staff confirms jurisdiction

Use Palm Beach County when

The parcel is in unincorporated county territory
The address is outside Village limits
The record appears in the county ePZB system
The county Permit Center confirms jurisdiction
County zoning controls the property
The existing permit was issued by Palm Beach County

Do not rely on the mailing address. Check the Village maps and zoning information. The Palm Beach County Permit Center processes construction permits for unincorporated county properties.

Official contact panel

Royal Palm Beach Building, Planning, Engineering and Code Contacts

Building Division 561-790-5128 Permits, plan review, inspections and CO questions

Building fax 561-790-5129 Confirm before sending time-sensitive material

Building hours 8:00 AM–4:30 PM Monday through Friday

Inspection IVR 561-790-5144 Schedule, cancel or obtain inspection results

Planning & Zoning 561-790-5131 Setbacks, zoning, flood and architectural review

Planning hours 8:00 AM–5:00 PM Monday through Friday

Engineering 561-791-7092 Right-of-way, easement, drainage and development work

Code Enforcement 561-790-5139 Department contact; complaint line 561-790-5138

Office: Village Hall, 1050 Royal Palm Beach Boulevard, Royal Palm Beach, FL 33411. Have the address, parcel control number, ProjectDox application number, permit number and exact project scope ready before calling.

Three-system workflow

ProjectDox, Click2Gov and IVR Perform Different Jobs

System	Use it for	What to prepare	Common mistake
ProjectDox	Apply, upload plans, receive tasks, answer comments and download approved files	Account email, project type and correctly named PDFs	Uploading improperly named or incomplete files
Click2Gov	Search permit information, applications, addresses, parcels, names and available fee details	Application number, street information or parcel number	Expecting Click2Gov to replace the ProjectDox application workspace
Inspection IVR	Schedule, cancel and retrieve inspection results by telephone	Permit-card IVR number and three-digit inspection code	Using the wrong inspection code or failing to save the confirmation number
Virtual inspection	Eligible in-progress and replacement inspections through a phone camera	Scheduled inspection, charged phone, plans and reliable connection	Assuming every inspection qualifies for virtual review
Palm Beach County ePZB	Unincorporated Palm Beach County properties only	County jurisdiction confirmation	Using county permitting for a property inside the Village

Project permit finder

Match the Project to the Royal Palm Beach Permit Package

Project	Forms commonly listed by the Village	Supporting documents to prepare	Extra review to check
New single-family home	Blower Door Form, Contractor Data Sheet, Inspection Codes, NOC, owner-builder statement and single-family checklist	Recent survey, landscaping survey, plans, engineered design, product approvals, trusses, soils, energy, final survey and elevation certificate	Planning, landscaping, Engineering, flood, impact fees and utilities
Addition, garage, carport or screen room	NOC, pervious-area form, landscaping index, owner-builder statement, checklist, inspection codes and contractor data sheet	Product approvals, truss design, soils, energy, insulation, final survey and elevation information	Setbacks, lot coverage, easements and flood elevation
Interior or exterior renovation	Contractor Data Sheet, Inspection Codes, NOC and Planning/Zoning pre-check	Floor plan, design or engineered plan, product approvals, energy and insulation documents when applicable	Structural changes, wind products, electrical, plumbing and mechanical permits
Window, door, shutter or garage door	Inspection Codes, Contractor Data Sheet, NOC, owner-builder statement and applicable checklist	Opening schedule, Florida product approvals or Miami-Dade NOAs and installation details	Wind-pressure compatibility and structural opening changes
Roof replacement	Contractor Data Sheet, Inspection Codes, NOC, owner-builder statement, re-roof affidavit and roof specification sheet	Roof system information, product approvals and fastening details	In-progress roof inspections and virtual-inspection eligibility
Pool, spa or enclosure	Contractor Data Sheet, Inspection Codes, NOC, owner-builder statement, pool checklist and safety affidavit	Survey, plans, safety barriers, bonding, pervious-area and landscaping information	Setbacks, easements, drainage and pool safety
Fence, shed, gazebo, pavers or driveway	Accessory or fence checklist, NOC, owner-builder statement, inspection codes, contractor data and easement forms where applicable	Survey, location plan, anchoring, design and pervious-area calculations	Easements, landscaping, setbacks, drainage and right-of-way work
Generator or electrical service	NOC, owner-builder statement, generator checklist, inspection codes and contractor data sheet	Design plan, product approvals and elevation certificate when required	Equipment setbacks, flood elevation, gas permit and utility coordination
Dock or seawall	Contractor Data Sheet, easement agreement, hold-harmless agreement, inspection codes, NOC and seawall regulations	Survey, site plan, engineered design and special inspection documents	Waterway Utilization Permit, canal easement and Engineering review
New commercial tenant	New Tenant Inspection form and project-specific building or trade applications	Floor plan, use, occupancy, life-safety and business information	Planning use approval, fire, accessibility, business tax receipt and CO

Most improvements require permits. The Village FAQ specifically lists fences, sheds, pools, driveways, patios, screens, additions, air-conditioning replacements, water-heater replacements and new construction as common permit-required work.

ProjectDox application workflow

Apply Online Without Creating an Incomplete Project

Confirm Village jurisdiction

Select permit type and forms

Create ProjectDox account

Upload named PDF files

Complete review tasks

Pay and obtain issuance

Inspect and close permit

Confirm jurisdiction, zoning and project type

Verify that the parcel is inside the Village. Check setbacks, flood information, easements, pervious area, landscaping and Engineering requirements before uploading plans.

Save: Address, parcel control number, survey, zoning information and permit category.

Open the permit form finder

Choose the exact work type and download every listed Village form before creating the application.

Do not guess: A pool, screen enclosure, pavers, seawall, generator and roof each have different checklists.

Create or sign in to ProjectDox

Use an email address that will remain active for the entire permit. ProjectDox sends invitations, tasks and approved-file notices to this account.

Browser support: The portal lists current Chrome, Edge and Safari versions. Clear the browser cache when login or submission problems occur.

Complete the online application carefully

Enter the legal owner, project address, scope, value, contractor and trade information exactly as shown on the supporting documents.

Consistency check: Application scope, contract value, plans and contractor data must agree.

Upload PDFs using the Village naming standard

Upload plans, forms and supporting documents as PDF files with the required ProjectDox codes and file names.

Important: The Village warns that missing or improperly named files can delay application approval.

Accept and complete every assigned task

Open ProjectDox notifications, accept the task, read review comments and upload the requested correction package.

Do not only upload files: Complete the workflow task so reviewers know the resubmittal is ready.

Pay fees and download approved documents

Follow the Village invoice instructions, confirm permit issuance and download the approved plans and permit card.

Before work: Make sure the permit is issued—not merely approved or paid.

Post the permit and complete inspections

Keep approved documents at the site, schedule the correct inspections and preserve confirmation numbers and final results.

Final proof: Save the Certificate of Occupancy, Certificate of Completion or final inspection record.

ProjectDox upload control

Name Files the Way Royal Palm Beach Expects

Document	Village code example	ProjectDox filename example
Contractor Data Sheet	CONT 001	CONT001Contractor Data Sheet.pdf
Engineered Design	ENGD 001	ENGD001Engineered Design.pdf
Energy Calculation	ENER 001	ENER001Energy Calculation.pdf
Product Approval	NOA 001	NOA001Product Approval.pdf
Notice of Commencement	NOC 001	NOC001Notice of Commencement.pdf
Planning/Zoning Pre-Check	PZCK 001	PZCK001Planning and Zoning Pre Review Checklist.pdf
Approved Site Plan	SITE 001	SITE001Approved Site Plan.pdf
Recent Survey	SURV 101	SURV101Survey.pdf
Final Survey	SURV 501	SURV501Survey Final.pdf
Elevation Certificate	SURV 601	SURV601Survey Elevation Certificate.pdf
Roof Specification Sheet	RSPEC 001	RSPEC001Roof Spec Sheet.pdf
Window and Door Checklist	WIND 001	WIND001Window Door Checklist.pdf

Upload failure pattern: Do not submit phone-photo files, password-protected PDFs, unclear scans, combined unrelated documents or filenames such as “plans-final-new2.pdf.” Use the official naming code and a readable PDF.

Open Building Document Naming Standards

Document readiness

Prepare the Complete Permit Folder Before Uploading

People and authorization

Legal owner information
Contractor Data Sheet
Contractor license information
Owner-builder statement if applicable
Authorized-agent documents
Recorded NOC when required

Property and site

Recent property survey
Site or location plan
Setbacks and easements
Pervious-area calculation
Landscape information
Flood and elevation data

Construction documents

Floor plan and perimeter
Design or engineered plan
Structural and truss design
Florida product approvals or NOAs
Energy and insulation forms
Project-specific checklist

Planning and Engineering pre-check

Building Approval Does Not Replace Zoning, Flood or Easement Review

Issue	Why it matters	Official next step
Setbacks and structure location	A code-compliant structure can still be too close to a property line or easement	Contact Planning & Zoning at 561-790-5131; driveway specifications may involve Building
Flood zone and elevation	Equipment, floors, generators, additions and new buildings may require elevation information	Use the Village flood map and confirm the current determination with Planning & Zoning
Utility, drainage or canal easement	Construction inside an easement may require consent, hold-harmless documentation and recording	Obtain the Easement Agreement and Engineering or Building approval before construction
Pavers and impervious area	Pavers, patios, pools and additions can affect drainage and required pervious area	Complete the Pervious Area Form and show all hard surfaces on the survey
Right-of-way or swale	Driveways, landscaping and utility work can enter public right-of-way	Use the Village Engineering Permit and right-of-way/easement process
Tree or vegetation removal	Residential landscape minimums and approved commercial landscape plans may apply	Ask Building or Planning whether a Vegetation Removal Permit is required
Commercial exterior change or sign	Architectural approval may be required for colors, materials, elevations, roofs and signs	Confirm AARC or Planning approval before submitting the building permit

Waterfront project control

Docks, Seawalls and Canal Work Need a Waterway Permit

Waterway Permit triggers

Pier construction or alteration
Pilings
Bulkheads
Seawalls
Reefs or breakwaters
Filling, excavation or dredging

Prepare before filing

Property and canal survey
Engineered design
Easement agreement
Hold-harmless agreement
Seawall regulations
Special inspection information

Permit ownership: The Village states that a Waterway Permit remains with the person to whom it was granted and cannot be transferred for a seawall or similar structure without prior written Village approval.

Open Waterway Utilization Permit Guidance

Owner-builder and contractor control

Choose the Responsible Permit Applicant Before Submission

Licensed contractor route

Verify active Florida license
Confirm correct license classification
Use matching business and contact information
Upload the Contractor Data Sheet
Confirm subcontractor responsibilities
Keep change-of-contractor documents if needed

Owner-builder route

Complete the Village owner-builder statement
Understand personal responsibility
Coordinate all subcontractors
Schedule every inspection
Maintain approved documents on site
Do not present an unlicensed contractor as an employee

Verify a Florida Contractor License

Verified fee guidance

Royal Palm Beach Permit Fees, Revisions and Reinspection Charges

Freshness label: The Village fee page currently links a schedule labeled February 2025. Confirm the live invoice before paying because permit valuation, state fees, county impact fees and service charges can change.

Fee item	Village-posted amount or formula	Practical meaning
Minimum building permit fee	$75	The schedule uses tiered valuation percentages above the minimum
Plan-review filing fee	30% of estimated permit fee	Applied to the permit fee when the permit is issued
Administrative permit closure request	$75	Does not automatically replace inspections or code compliance
Minor post-permit revision	$100	Use only after staff confirms the revision is classified as minor
Major post-permit revision	30% of permit fee or $500, whichever is greater	A value increase can also affect permit charges
Change of contractor	$100	Complete the formal contractor-change process before new work continues
Permit renewal	50% of current permit fee; posted $37.50 minimum	Subject to Building Official approval and current code review
Reinspection	$50	Avoid requesting an inspection before all corrections are complete
Failure to post permit	$50 plus a $50 reinspection fee	Keep the permit and approved documents visible at the project
New Tenant Inspection	$75; valid 60 days	The schedule lists a $100 fine for occupancy without the inspection
Temporary CO or Completion	$500 or 20% of permit fee up to $2,000, whichever is greater	A temporary certificate requires approval and unresolved-item review

Additional charges to check

Florida education and radon fees
Palm Beach County impact fees for applicable new construction or additions
Easement recording fee
Planning, Engineering or waterway fees
Credit-card processing charge
Separate business or tenant requirements

Private-provider fee treatment

The posted schedule describes a 25% reduction of applicable permit portions when an approved private provider performs plan review or inspection services.

The private-provider request must be submitted and approved with the initial permit application to receive the stated reduction.

Do not build a fee estimate from one percentage. Use the Village fee schedule, Click2Gov record and project-specific invoice because valuation tiers, state assessments, impact fees and outside approvals may all affect the total.

Open Village Fee Schedule View Permit and Fee Information

Inspection command center

Schedule, Confirm and Prepare for Royal Palm Beach Inspections

Automated inspection line

561-790-5144

The IVR system can schedule inspections, cancel inspections and retrieve inspection results.

What the IVR asks for

Use the permit-card IVR number and the correct three-digit inspection code. Save the confirmation number after every transaction.

Estimated arrival time

The Village FAQ says a specific inspection time cannot be reserved. Call between 7:30 and 8:30 AM to request an estimated arrival time.

Use the safer 2:00 PM cutoff. The current virtual-inspection page says all in-person and virtual inspections must be scheduled by 2:00 PM on the prior day. An older IVR brochure lists midnight for the next business day. Schedule by 2:00 PM and call 561-790-5128 when the route is time-sensitive.

Inspection category	Useful code examples	Preparation
Building	110 Foundation, 114 Roof Sheathing, 117 Interior Framing, 145 Roof Framing, 151 Final Building	Approved plans, permit card, structural work visible and safe access
Fence, shed, screen and openings	200 Final Screen, 202 Fence Final, 203 Shed Final, 208 Door Installation, 209 Window Change-Out	Location, anchoring, product approvals and approved survey
Electrical	304 Rough Electrical, 305 Service, 313 Power Release, 398 Service Change, 399 Final Electrical	Panels open as required, labels complete and work accessible
Mechanical	501 Air Conditioning, 503 Rough A/C, 504 Gas Piping, 598 Final Gas, 599 Final A/C	Equipment data, condensate, electrical disconnect, access and clearances
Plumbing	601 Rough First Plumbing, 602 Top-Out, 605 Sewer, 614 Final Water Heater, 699 Final Plumbing	Tests maintained, piping visible, fixtures complete and access available
Pools	700 Pool Steel, 702 Bonding, 703 Pool Deck, 709 Pool Enclosure, 706 Final Pool	Barrier, alarms, bonding, equipment, drainage and safety affidavit
Engineering and landscape	400 Vegetation Removal, 405 Sod Final, 800 Sub-Grade, 805 Drainage, 807 Final Completion	Approved civil or landscape plan, elevations and site stabilization

Before requesting

Permit is issued
Correct inspection code selected
Work is complete for that stage
Required work remains visible
Previous corrections are complete
Site access is confirmed

Before the inspector arrives

Permit is posted
Approved plans are on site
Address is visible
Gates and rooms are accessible
Safe ladders or access are ready
Confirmation number is saved

Virtual inspection option

Eligible Work May Be Inspected Through a Mobile Phone Camera

Examples listed by the Village

In-progress roof inspection
Water-heater change-out
Air-conditioning change-out
Electrical-service change-out
Garage-door change-out
Entry-door change-out

Virtual inspection steps

Schedule the inspection by 2:00 PM the prior day.
Call 561-790-5128 between 7:45 and 8:15 AM.
Ask whether the inspection is eligible for virtual review.
Receive the VUSPEX/RPB text during the assigned window.
Accept the link and follow the prompts.
Show the address, permit documents and requested work.

The inspector makes the final decision. Signal quality, site complexity, concealed work or unclear images can require an in-person inspection.

Open Virtual Inspection Guidance

Permit expiration control

Keep the Permit Active With Approved Inspections

Village validity rule

The Building FAQ states that permits are valid for 180 days from issuance or from an approved inspection.

Do not schedule a placeholder inspection

The work must genuinely be ready for the requested stage. An avoidable failed inspection can create a reinspection charge.

Renew before restarting

Expired permits may require Building Official approval, renewal fees and review under the current Florida Building Code.

Long project tip: Keep a permit timeline showing issuance, every approved inspection and the next expiration risk date.

New tenant and commercial occupancy

Do Not Occupy a New Business Space Before the Required Inspection

Prepare the occupancy package

Proposed business use
Existing Certificate of Occupancy
Floor plan and occupant load
Life-safety and accessible route
Fire or suppression approvals
Business Tax Receipt documents

Current fee-schedule warning

The Village-posted schedule lists a $75 New Tenant Inspection valid for 60 days.

It also lists a $100 fine for allowing occupancy without the required inspection.

A lease does not prove the use is permitted. Confirm the exact business use with Planning & Zoning and determine whether remodeling, fire review, accessibility work or a new CO is required.

Permit and property research

Search Permit History Before Buying, Remodeling or Closing an Old Permit

Search Click2Gov

Use the application number, address, parcel number or name search.

Open Click2Gov Building Permit Search

Compare all related permits

Open building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, pool, roof and accessory-structure records tied to the property.

Review inspections and final status

An issued permit does not prove the work passed final inspection. Look for final building and applicable trade results.

Check the actual property

Compare additions, pools, sheds, fences, converted rooms, windows, roofs and mechanical equipment with permit history.

Contact Building for missing documents

Provide the address, parcel number, permit number, approximate year and exact document needed.

Save final proof

Keep final inspections, Certificates of Occupancy, Certificates of Completion and approved plans with the permanent property records.

Permit status decoder

What Common ProjectDox and Permit Statuses Mean

Draft or incomplete The application was started but may not have been fully submitted.

Prescreen or intake Staff is checking whether the required files and application information are present.

In review Building, Planning, Engineering or another reviewing discipline is checking the project.

Applicant resubmit task Accept the task, answer comments, upload corrected files and complete the task.

Approved Reviews may be complete, but payment, NOC, issuance or outside conditions can remain.

Issued Download and post the permit and approved documents before work starts.

Inspection correction Correct the exact cited item before requesting another inspection.

Final or completed Save the final result and confirm that all related trade permits are also closed.

Corrections and revisions

Respond to Plan Review Comments With a Complete Revision Package

Action	Strong response	Delay-causing response
Read the task	Identify every Building, Planning, Engineering and trade comment	Uploading plans without opening or accepting the task
Write responses	Answer the comment and identify the revised sheet or form	Writing only “fixed” or “see plan”
Coordinate documents	Update site, architectural, structural and trade information consistently	Leaving conflicting dimensions or equipment information
Name files	Reuse the Village naming code and correct document category	Changing the file into an unrecognized generic name
Field revision	Obtain approval before constructing the changed scope	Building first and asking the inspector to approve the change

Code enforcement and illegal work

Report New Violations or Resolve Existing Unpermitted Work

Situation	First action	What usually closes it
Suspected unpermitted construction	Search permit history and submit a specific complaint	Permit legalization, inspections, correction or removal
Open Code Enforcement case	Read the notice, deadline and cited condition	Correct the condition and complete required verification
Permit expired during construction	Stop affected work and contact Building	Approved renewal, current-code review and remaining inspections
Work covered before inspection	Do not continue covering adjacent work	Expose the required work and pass the missed inspection
Occupied commercial space without inspection	Contact Building and Planning immediately	New Tenant Inspection, permits, approvals and occupancy documentation

Report a Code Violation Call Complaint Line: 561-790-5138

Troubleshooting

Fix Common Royal Palm Beach Permit Problems

Problem	Likely cause	Best next step
ProjectDox login fails	Browser cache, unsupported browser or incorrect account email	Use current Chrome, Edge or Safari, clear cache and reset the password.
Application is not moving	Task not accepted, missing file or incorrect filename	Open the workflow task and compare uploads with the Village naming standards.
Permit record not found	Wrong jurisdiction, address format or search field	Confirm Village limits and search by application number or parcel.
Planning rejected the location	Setback, easement, lot coverage, landscaping or pervious-area conflict	Revise the survey or design before resubmitting the building plans.
Inspection was not scheduled	Wrong IVR number, wrong code or missed cutoff	Schedule before 2:00 PM, verify the three-digit code and save confirmation.
Virtual inspection did not proceed	Inspection is ineligible, connection is weak or work cannot be shown clearly	Request an in-person inspection and keep the work visible.
Permit approved but not issued	Fees, NOC, contractor documents or outside review remains	Ask for the exact issuance checklist rather than opening another application.
Old permit remains open	Final inspection or trade sign-off was missed	Collect the permit history and ask which current closeout inspections are required.

Ready-to-use contact scripts

What to Say When You Call the Village

Permit-type question:
“I am planning [exact work] at [address and parcel number]. Which ProjectDox permit type, Planning pre-check and project-specific forms are required?”

Application-status question:
“ProjectDox application [number] shows [status]. I completed task [task name] and uploaded [files]. Which item is still preventing the next review step?”

Inspection question:
“I need inspection code [three-digit code] for permit [number]. The work is ready and visible. Can you confirm the scheduling cutoff and whether it qualifies for virtual inspection?”

Open-permit question:
“Permit [number] at [address] is not closed. Which building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, pool or Engineering final is still outstanding?”

Final project control

Royal Palm Beach Permit Completion Checklist

Village jurisdiction confirmed
Planning and zoning pre-check completed
Flood and elevation requirements checked
Easement and Engineering permits checked
Correct form-finder package downloaded
ProjectDox account created
Every PDF named correctly
All review tasks completed
Fees and impact-fee requirements cleared
NOC uploaded when required
Permit formally issued
Permit and plans posted on site
Inspection confirmation numbers saved
All corrections completed
Building and trade finals passed
CO or Certificate of Completion saved

Village Hall location

Royal Palm Beach Building Division Map

Address: Village Hall, 1050 Royal Palm Beach Boulevard, Royal Palm Beach, FL 33411.
Building hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM.
Bring: Address, parcel number, application or permit number, survey, correction notice and a clear list of questions.

Official resource library

Open the Correct Royal Palm Beach Permit Resource

🏛️ Village Building DivisionOfficial services, phone, address and office hours › 💻 e-Permits and ProjectDoxApplication instructions, guides and naming standards › 📝 ProjectDox loginCreate and manage building and Planning applications › 🔎 Click2Gov permit searchSearch applications, addresses, parcels and names › 🏠 Resident Form FinderOwner-builder and homeowner permit packages › 🧰 Contractor Form FinderPermit-specific contractor checklists and forms › 📅 Schedule an InspectionIVR phone instructions and inspection requirements › 📱 Virtual InspectionsEligible projects, scheduling and VUSPEX steps › 📐 Planning & ZoningSetbacks, use, flood, signs and architectural approval › 🚧 Engineering PermitsRight-of-way, easement, drainage and engineering applications › 💳 Village Fee ScheduleBuilding, revision, reinspection and service fees › 🗺️ Village MapsZoning, flood, waterways and Village exploration maps ›

Frequently asked questions

Royal Palm Beach Building Department Questions

Is it the City or Village of Royal Palm Beach Building Department?

The official local government is the Village of Royal Palm Beach. The Village Building Division handles qualifying permits, plan review, inspections and certificates for properties inside Village boundaries.

What is the Royal Palm Beach Building Division phone number?

Call 561-790-5128 for building-permit, plan-review, inspection and Certificate of Occupancy questions. The Building Division is located at Village Hall, 1050 Royal Palm Beach Boulevard.

Where do I apply for a Royal Palm Beach building permit?

Use the Village ProjectDox e-permitting portal. Create an account, complete the application and upload the required forms, plans and supporting documents as correctly named PDF files.

How long does Royal Palm Beach permit review take?

The Village Building FAQ states that permit issuance usually takes about seven to ten business days and commercial projects commonly take 15 to 30 business days. Missing documents, corrections and outside approvals can extend the review.

How do I schedule a Royal Palm Beach inspection?

Call the automated IVR inspection line at 561-790-5144. Enter the IVR number shown on the permit card and the correct three-digit inspection code, then save the confirmation number.

What is the Royal Palm Beach inspection cutoff?

The current virtual-inspection page says all in-person and virtual inspections must be scheduled by 2:00 PM on the previous day. An older IVR brochure lists midnight. Schedule by 2:00 PM and confirm with the Building Division when timing is critical.

How long is a Royal Palm Beach permit valid?

The Village Building FAQ states that a permit is valid for 180 days from issuance or from an approved inspection. Contact Building before the permit expires when work will not progress within that period.

Can I complete an inspection virtually?

Some inspections may qualify, including in-progress roofing, water-heater replacement, air-conditioning replacement, electrical-service replacement and garage or entry-door replacement. The inspector can require an in-person inspection.

How do I search Royal Palm Beach permit history?

Use the Village Click2Gov Building Permit search. Search by application number, address, parcel number or name, then review all related permits and inspection results.

Do I need a permit for a fence, shed, pool or air conditioner replacement?

The Village FAQ identifies fences, sheds, pools, driveways, patios, screens, additions, air-conditioning replacements, water-heater replacements and new construction as common projects requiring permits. Confirm the exact package with Building before work starts.

Independent guide and freshness

Source and Accuracy Notes

Building-Department.org is an independent guide and is not the Village of Royal Palm Beach or Palm Beach County.

This page was rebuilt using official Village Building, ProjectDox, permit-form, inspection, virtual-inspection, Planning, Engineering, fee, flood-map, waterway and Code Enforcement resources.

Last reviewed: July 21, 2026.

Forms, fees, inspection cutoffs, staff assignments, portal instructions and building-code requirements can change. Confirm time-sensitive information with the Village before filing, paying, visiting or starting work.

Khushboo Bobade

Khushboo Bobade is a public records researcher and editorial writer specializing in government service documentation and construction permit systems.

Her research focuses on explaining building permits, inspection procedures, zoning regulations, and public permit records maintained by local government building departments across the United States.

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Number of trade permits

Estimated fee per trade permit

Inspection Readiness Checklist

Use this before scheduling framing, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, roofing, final, or certificate-related inspections.

Permit posted: Keep the permit card or permit number visible as required by the local building department.

Approved plans on site: Keep stamped/approved plans available for the inspector.

Work area accessible: Unlock gates, clear ladders, remove obstructions, and provide safe access.

Required stage complete: Do not cover framing, wiring, plumbing, or insulation before inspection approval.

Corrections ready: If this is a reinspection, complete every listed correction before rescheduling.

Zoning and Setback Pre-check

Use this before applying for a permit when your project may affect land use, setbacks, lot coverage, height, parking, signs, fences, accessory structures, or business use.

Project location on property

Project may change use?

Near floodplain, easement, historic area, or HOA?

Adding new square footage?

Plan Review Timeline Estimator

Estimate how complex your review may be. Local staffing, incomplete plans, corrections, holidays, fire review, zoning review, and outside agency review can change timing.

Project complexity

Plans complete?

Needs zoning or planning review?

Needs fire, health, floodplain, or utility review?

Permit Records Search Helper

Use this if you are trying to find old permits, inspection history, certificate of occupancy details, open permits, or code-related records.

What do you have?

Search text

Official Building Department Resource Finder

Enter city/county and state to create safe searches for official permit portals, inspection scheduling, building codes, zoning maps, forms, fees, and contact pages.

City or county

State

Search Building-Department.org

Building Department vs Planning/Zoning

Building Department: permits, plan review, inspections, code compliance, certificates.
Planning/Zoning: land use, setbacks, height, lot coverage, signs, parking, variances.

Best sitewide placement

Place this tool after the first main guide section or before FAQs. It turns a normal article into a practical permit-preparation page.

Important note

This tool gives educational guidance only. Final permit requirements, fees, inspections, forms, and deadlines must be confirmed with the official local building department.