Building Department
The Jefferson County Building Department is dedicated to the pursuit of a safer living and working environment for the citizens of Jefferson County. In a cooperative effort between the residents, professional tradesmen and highly trained department staff, the Building Department ensures compliance with the State Building Codes and Regulations.
James Kaufman Building Official / Building Inspector
Email: jkaufman@jeffersoncountyfl.gov
445 W. Palmer Mill Road
Monticello, FL 32344
Office phone # 850-342-0223
Mobile phone # 850-528-3096
Fax # 850-342-0225
Kathy Phillips / Certified Permit Tech
Email: kphillips@jeffersoncountyfl.gov
445 W. Palmer Mill Road
Monticello, Fl 32344
Office phone # 850-342-0223
Fax # 850-342-0225
ATTENTION
- All applications MUST BE mailed or hand delivered, emailed applications WILL NOT be accepted.
- Acceptable payment methods are cash, check or money order made payable to Jefferson Co. B.O.C.C.
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- Always remember, NO INSPECTIONS WILL BE SCHEDULED ON FRIDAY.
- Please call, 850-342-0223 to request an inspection. Inspections WILL NOT be scheduled same day.
- All plans submitted MUST MEET Florida Building Codes 2020.
Useful Downloads and Links
The Building and Planning Departments coordinate commercial and business licensing within the County. The forms listed below are provided here in Adobe PDF form for you to read and may be printed on your computer and filled out prior to submittal. The forms may also be picked up at the Building Department at the above address. All applications MUST BE submitted in full, incomplete applications will not be accepted. Electronic submissions will not be accepted.