Knowledge Base

Building permits are valid for 180 days upon issuance. A passed inspection will extend the permit for 180 days automatically. Failed inspections, partial pass inspections, or revisions do not extend the expiration date.

Frequently Asked Questions for Building Permit Extension

Is your permit in an issued status?

• You will need to have an inspection result in pass/partial pass/pass with notes within 180 calendar days from the date permit application was issued.

Do I get additional time if my inspection results in a pass/partial pass/pass with notes?

• Yes. An additional 180 calendar days is added to the current expiration date from the last passed inspection.

What if I pass multiple inspections on the same day?

• 180 calendar days are added from the last passed inspection.
• Example. You pass your 115 and 502 inspections on January 1st, 2019. Permit expiration date extends 180 calendar days from January 1st, 2019. You do not get 180 calendar days for each passed inspection if passed on the same day.

Is your permit in an inspection commenced status?

• Yes. You will need to schedule and pass any remaining inspections and address other permit-related items.

Is your permit in an inspection completed status?

• Yes. Make sure:

1. All your fees are paid.
2. Conditions are resolved.
3. All inspections have passed.
4. If there are no additional permit-related items, email our inspections section at Inspections@colliercountyfl.gov and request a certificate of completion/occupancy.

What will not extend the life of my permit?

1. Receiving a fail as an inspection result.
2. Paying an outstanding balance.
3. Submitting any required documents: survey, compaction test, elevation certificate, etc.
4. Scheduling an inspection.
5. Submitting a revision.