Building Department
**Due to the current threat of the COVID-19 virus the Building Department lobby is closed to the public. We are still working with Contractors through email and the phone as best as possible. There is a dropbox outside the door to drop off building plans. Please call the office for any questions. The Building Official is still doing inspections.**
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
***NEW FEE SCHEDULE***
Effective: August 01, 2018
NO INSPECTIONS WILL BE SCHEDULED ON FRIDAY.
Please call 850-342-0223 or email to request an inspection.
Useful Downloads/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.
Residential Permit Application - Application for residential construction.
Notice of Commencement - Must be filled out, Notarized, and recorded with the Clerk of Courts by the builder/contractor and submitted with the building permit application.
Roof Permit Application - Application to apply for a roof permit.
Mobile Home Permit - Permit Packet for mobile installation
Owner Agreement - A statement of facts concerning deed restrictions or covenants
Commercial Permit Application - Application to apply for commercial construction within the county
Demolition Permit - Permitting Application for Residential or Commercial Demolition
Owner Builder Statement - A Statement by Owner that he/she is the acting contractor for construction of property
Fee Schedule - New Fee Schedule will take effect AUGUST 1, 2018