Florida Building Code Section 105 requires a permit for virtually all construction, alteration, repair, and installation work on buildings. When work is performed without the required permit, the result is an
open violation that can block property sales, refinancing, and insurance renewals — and can trigger mandatory correction orders from local code enforcement.
Legalizing unpermitted work under BC 105 requires documenting exactly what was built, demonstrating it meets current code, and obtaining a retroactive permit and final inspection. This process is often complicated by the absence of original drawings, changes in code since the work was performed, and building department procedures that vary by municipality.
MDZ specializes in navigating this process efficiently. We begin with a site assessment to document the unpermitted work, then coordinate with engineers for as-built drawings where required, prepare and submit the permit application, and manage the building department review through to final sign-off. Our team has handled violations in municipalities across Miami-Dade and Broward, giving us the local knowledge to resolve even complex cases.
