Apply, Upload Plans, Request Inspections and Close a West Park Permit
West Park’s process may involve two systems: the City’s Citizenserve portal and separate Broward County approvals through ePermits OneStop.
This guide shows which portal to open first, what documents to prepare, how to request an inspection by email, when zoning or engineering review may apply and how to confirm that every permit is final.
Choose the West Park Task You Need
West Park Building Department Phone, Email, Address and Hours
Start With West Park—Not Unincorporated Broward County
City approval comes first
For a property inside West Park, start the municipal permit through West Park Citizenserve.
Do not send the main building application directly to Broward County Building Code Division as though the property were unincorporated.
County approvals may follow
Use Broward ePermits OneStop for associated county permits, certificates or Development and Environmental Review when the project triggers them.
Match Your Project to the Correct West Park Checklist
Project |
Start with |
Prepare or check |
|---|---|---|
New house or major residential construction |
New residential checklist |
Site plan, full construction plans, energy forms, drainage, utilities and Broward approvals |
Addition or major alteration |
Addition and alteration checklist |
Existing/proposed plans, structure, zoning, trade work and construction value |
Roof replacement |
Roof or reroof package |
Roof area, product approvals, deck condition and hurricane-mitigation documents |
Air-conditioning replacement |
AC changeout checklist |
Equipment information, efficiency data, electrical work and valuation |
Fence, wall or gate |
Fence checklist |
Survey, height, material, location, easements and utility waiver when required |
Shed or accessory structure |
Accessory-structure checklist |
Survey, setbacks, anchoring, size, lot coverage and flood conditions |
Pool or spa |
Pool and spa checklist |
Site plan, barrier affidavit, electrical, plumbing, drainage and equipment |
Driveway, walkway, patio or pool deck |
Paving checklist |
Impervious-area calculation, drainage, right-of-way and Engineering review |
Generator |
Generator checklist |
Location, setbacks, fuel source, electrical, gas and manufacturer information |
Solar panels |
Solar checklist |
Roof plan, structural attachment, electrical plans and equipment information |
Demolition |
Demolition checklist |
Utilities, debris controls, asbestos review, site safety and final grading |
Sign or temporary banner |
Sign requirement |
Dimensions, location, lighting, zoning, business use and mounting details |
Apply for a West Park Permit in Seven Clear Steps
Open the correct West Park checklist
Download the Broward Uniform Building Permit Application, the project checklist and each required affidavit or supplemental form.
Confirm zoning and outside approvals
Check setbacks, use, parking, signs, landscaping, easements, flood conditions, right-of-way work and required Broward reviews.
Create or sign into Citizenserve
Open the West Park portal, register if needed and choose the permitting section.
Select “West Park Permit”
The City’s applicant guide instructs users to select West Park Permit from the Application Type menu, then select the correct permit subtype.
Enter the project details consistently
The property address, owner, contractor, scope, construction value and drawings must describe the same project.
Confirm the current plan-delivery method
Recent city material describes Electronic Plan Review, while the portal homepage still displays an older in-person plan notice.
Monitor corrections, fees and issuance
Submitted does not mean issued. Check your account, answer every review comment and confirm that all city and county holds are cleared.
West Park Permit Application Checklist
Core application items
- Broward Uniform Permit Application
- Exact property address
- Owner’s legal name
- Clear project scope
- Construction value
- Contractor license information
- Applicable permit checklist
- Owner authorization when needed
Plans and supporting documents
- Current property survey
- Site or plot plan
- Existing and proposed plans
- Structural details
- Product approvals
- Energy documents
- Trade permit information
- Outside approval documents
Do Not Wait Until Inspection Day to Handle the NOC
West Park application package
The City’s published permit process tells applicants to download the Broward Uniform Permit Application, Notice of Commencement and project-specific forms.
Broward inspection threshold
Broward County’s building forms page states that a current certified copy of the recorded Notice of Commencement is required before the first inspection for jobs valued at $5,000 or more.
When Broward ePermits OneStop Enters the Process
Development and Environmental Review
Projects requiring Broward Development and Environmental Review are submitted electronically through ePermits OneStop.
Asbestos review
Demolition and certain renovation projects may need an asbestos certificate or related Broward review before permit release.
Transportation and environmental review
Site, access, drainage, environmental or development issues may trigger additional county review.
Check Land Use Before Paying for Final Construction Plans
Question |
Why it matters |
Office |
|---|---|---|
Is the proposed use allowed? |
A building permit cannot authorize a prohibited property or business use. |
Planning and Zoning |
Does the project meet setbacks? |
Additions, sheds, pools, generators, fences and other exterior work may be restricted by location. |
Planning and Zoning |
Will parking or landscaping change? |
Commercial changes and new development may require site upgrades. |
Planning and Zoning |
Does the business need a Certificate of Use? |
West Park Planning reviews Certificates of Use for new or relocating businesses. |
Planning and Zoning |
Does work affect paving, drainage or the right-of-way? |
A separate Engineering permit or review may apply. |
Engineering |
Is the property in a flood-risk area? |
Elevation, floodproofing, drainage or other requirements may affect the plans. |
Building, Planning and Engineering |
Planning and Zoning
Use determinations, zoning verification, setbacks, signs, parking, landscaping and Certificates of Use.
Engineering and Construction
Engineering applications are published as accepted at City Hall from 9:00 AM–3:00 PM, Monday–Friday.
Use for right-of-way infrastructure and certain paving or drainage improvements.
Request a West Park Inspection Correctly
Confirm the permit is issued
An application under review cannot receive a construction inspection.
Finish the correct work stage
Do not request framing, electrical, plumbing, roofing or final inspection before the required stage is ready.
Email the complete request
Send the permit number, address, inspection type, requested date, contact name, phone number and access instructions.
Submit before the cutoff
The City publishes a 3:00 PM cutoff for next-business-day inspection requests.
Keep work visible and plans available
Do not cover framing, wiring, plumbing, gas, insulation or another system that must be inspected.
Read the result and close the record
Correct every failed item, request reinspection and verify that all building and trade permits reach final status.
Inspection request template
“Please schedule the [inspection type] inspection for permit [number] at [full address]. The work is ready and remains visible. Requested date: [date]. Site contact: [name and phone]. Access instructions: [details].”
Have ready on site
- Issued permit information
- Approved plan set
- Notice of Commencement if required
- Safe access to the work
- Required work left uncovered
- Previous correction notice
Received Plan-Review Comments? Do This Next
1. Separate each comment
List Building, Zoning, Engineering, Fire and Broward comments separately.
2. Revise the correct document
Do not replace one plan page while leaving conflicting information elsewhere.
3. Use the transmittal form
West Park lists a Letter of Transmittal for revisions and corrections.
4. Identify every change
State the comment number, response and revised drawing or document.
5. Submit one coordinated set
Avoid mixed versions, duplicate filenames and missing revised sheets.
6. Confirm receipt
Check Citizenserve and email the office when the revision status is unclear.
What the Citizenserve Status Means
How to Find a West Park Permit or Old Building Plan
Search Citizenserve first
Open the West Park portal and choose “Search for a Permit.” Start with the permit number when available.
Search the base address
When a unit or abbreviation returns no record, try the street number and street name without the unit.
Ask for the complete permit history
Request the application, approved plans, inspection results, certificates and final status—not only the permit number.
Account for the 10-year plan-retention warning
West Park says it is not likely to have residential plans for structures more than 10 years old because the applicable records schedule does not require residential plans to be kept longer than 10 years after certificate-of-occupancy issuance.
Use other evidence when plans are unavailable
Ask whether permit cards, inspection histories, certificates, surveys, contractor records or professionally prepared existing-condition plans can help.
Old Permit Still Open? Ask These Six Questions
Give the department
- Permit number
- Property address
- Original project scope
- Available plans
- Contractor information
- Current photographs
Ask the department
- Which inspection is missing?
- Is the permit expired?
- Can it be renewed or extended?
- Are revised plans required?
- Are sub-permits still open?
- What proves final closure?
How to Get the Correct West Park Permit Cost
Use this fee sequence
- Select the exact permit subtype.
- Enter the correct construction value.
- Include all building and trade permits.
- Add Planning, Engineering and county approvals.
- Review the official fee calculation.
- Confirm unexplained charges before payment.
Published payment instruction
West Park’s Building Department page states that cash is not accepted.
It instructs applicants to make a check or money order payable to City of West Park and bring or mail it to City Hall.
Confirm Who Is Legally Responsible for the Work
Licensed contractor
- License is active
- Company name matches contract
- Insurance is current
- Permit applicant matches contractor
- Trade subcontractors are identified
- Inspection responsibility is clear
Owner-builder
West Park publishes an Owner Builder Affidavit. Signing it can make the owner responsible for supervision, compliance, safety, workers and permit closeout.
Do not sign as owner-builder only to help an unlicensed contractor avoid licensing requirements.
Fix West Park Permit Problems Faster
Problem |
Likely reason |
Best next step |
|---|---|---|
Portal says the URL or page is wrong |
Old Citizenserve server link or bookmark |
Use the current West Park Citizenserve homepage linked in this guide. |
No permit appears in search |
Address formatting, old record or incomplete digitization |
Search the base address and ask for a manual records check. |
Unclear whether plans go online |
Conflicting portal and newer EPR instructions |
Email the application number to inspection@cityofwestpark.org and confirm the required delivery method. |
Application is waiting on another agency |
Broward, Planning, Engineering, Fire or environmental review is incomplete |
Ask which exact approval is outstanding and save the outside application number. |
Inspection was not scheduled |
Request was late, incomplete or submitted only through the wrong channel |
Email the complete request before 3:00 PM and confirm receipt. |
Inspection failed |
Work was incomplete, covered or different from approved plans |
Correct every cited item and ask whether a revision is required before reinspection. |
Contractor changed |
Original contractor withdrew or was replaced |
Use West Park’s Change of Contractor and hold-harmless documents before work continues. |
Old residential plans are unavailable |
Plans may be beyond the City’s retention period |
Request inspection and certificate records and ask a qualified professional about existing-condition plans. |
What to Say When Contacting West Park
“I am planning to [describe exact work] at [full West Park address]. The property is a [property type]. Which city permit, checklist, zoning review, Broward approval and inspections are required before I start?”
“I started Citizenserve application [number] for [address]. Please confirm whether the construction plans must be uploaded through EPR, delivered in person or submitted using both methods.”
“My West Park permit is waiting for Broward County approval. Can you identify the exact certificate, review or ePermits application I need and where the approval must be returned?”
“I found permit [number] for [address], but it is not final. Which inspection, document or sub-permit remains open, and what must the current owner submit to close it?”
Do Not Consider the Permit Complete Until These Items Are Done
- West Park jurisdiction confirmed
- Correct project checklist downloaded
- Zoning requirements confirmed
- Engineering review completed if needed
- Broward approvals completed if needed
- Application package submitted
- Plan-delivery method confirmed
- Permit formally issued
- Notice of Commencement handled
- Approved plans available on site
- Required inspections passed
- Failed items corrected
- Trade permits finaled
- Certificate obtained if required
- Main permit closed
- Closure proof saved
West Park Building Department Map
Bring: Application or permit number, property address, checklist, plans and written questions.
Open the Correct West Park or Broward Resource
West Park Building Department FAQs
Where do I apply for a West Park building permit?
Use West Park’s Citizenserve portal. Register or sign in, open the permitting section, select West Park Permit and choose the correct project subtype. Prepare the City’s project-specific checklist before submitting.
How do I search for a West Park permit?
Open the West Park Citizenserve homepage and choose “Search for a Permit.” Search by permit number when available. If the search fails, try the base property address without a unit number.
How do I request a West Park building inspection?
Email inspection@cityofwestpark.org, submit the request in person or fax it to 954-989-2684. Include the permit number, address, inspection type, requested date and site-contact information.
What is the inspection request cutoff?
West Park publishes a 3:00 PM cutoff for next-business-day inspection requests. Submitting before the cutoff does not guarantee a specific time, so confirm the request was received.
Can I submit West Park construction plans online?
Current official sources contain conflicting wording. A newer EPR guide describes electronic submission, while the portal homepage still displays an older in-person plan notice. Start the permit online and ask the Building Department whether your plans must be uploaded, delivered or both.
Do I start with West Park or Broward County?
Start the municipal building-permit process with the City of West Park. Use Broward ePermits OneStop next for associated county permits, certificates or Development and Environmental Review when required.
Does West Park require a Notice of Commencement?
West Park’s published permit process includes the Notice of Commencement among application-package forms. Broward states that a certified recorded NOC is required before the first inspection for jobs valued at $5,000 or more. Confirm the timing for your permit with West Park.
Does West Park accept cash for permit payments?
The City’s Building Department page states that cash is not accepted. It instructs applicants to use a check or money order payable to the City of West Park and bring or mail it to City Hall. Confirm current payment options before visiting.
Can I obtain plans for an older West Park home?
West Park warns that it may not have residential plans for structures more than 10 years old because residential plans are not required to be retained indefinitely. Ask for permit cards, inspection records, certificates and any remaining documents.
What should I do if my West Park permit has corrections?
Separate the comments by reviewing agency, revise the complete coordinated plan set, use the revision or correction transmittal form, identify where each change appears and confirm the resubmission was received.
Official Information Used for This Guide
Building-Department.org is an independent informational guide and is not the City of West Park, CAP Government or Broward County.
This article was checked against the official West Park Building Department, Citizenserve portal, current West Park EPR instructions, Planning and Zoning Department, Engineering Department and Broward County ePermits and building-form resources.
Last reviewed: July 23, 2026.
Portal instructions, plan-delivery rules, forms, staff, fees and inspection procedures can change. Confirm time-sensitive requirements before filing, paying, mailing plans or starting construction.
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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