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The City of Atlantis Building Department issues permits for buildings, schedules inspections, and issues licenses for businesses located in and doing work in the City.

Notice of changes to Palm Beach County Impact Fees as of January 1, 2026DutiesThe City of Atlantis Building Department:Issues licenses for businesses located in and doing work in the CityIssues permits for buildings, special events, garage sales, and temporary storage unitsSchedules inspectionsBuilding PermitsAtlantis requires permits prior to making all exterior alterations or installations, as well as for interior work involving electrical, plumbing, or structural changes. Exterior alterations must be approved by the Architectural Review Committee. All contractors/companies working in Atlantis must be registered with us.Required DocumentsDocuments required with the Building Permit Application:A copy of the contract or other supporting documentation showing the true valuation of the jobFor exterior work, two copies of a survey showing the proposed workFor exterior work, two sets of photos of the home/businessFor exterior work, two sets of photos of proposed replacement items (doors, windows)For exterior work, a product sample if applicable (roof material, paver)For homes in a homeowners association, exterior work must include written association approvalTwo sets of product approvalsINCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.Work TimesWork is permitted Monday through Saturday 7:30 am to 6 pm. No work is permitted on Sunday.Permit FeesPermit fees are due upon submission of the permit. A Notice of Commencement (NOC) is required for jobs over $5,000 (over $15,000 for mechanical permits). No permit will be released until the NOC is received.Call Before You DigFor jobs requiring excavation or demolition, call Sunshine State One Call, 800-432-4770 before you dig to get underground utility locations.WasteAtlantis does not provide garbage service for construction debris. Contractors are required to arrange for dumpsters, and only from Waste Pro USA Inc. Architectural Review ApplicationsThere are changes/revisions you’re planning to the exterior of your property that do not require a Building Permit, but may require review by the City’s Architectural Review Committee, which meets 1st and 3rd Wednesdays. These include:Conceptual approvalsInstallation of guttersLandscapingPainting the exteriorRepairing/paving/painting a driveway (replacement requires a Building Permit)Required DocumentsRequired documents to be submitted with the application:Copy of contract or Owner/Builder AffidavitHomeowner Association approval, if applicableSurvey of property, if applicableTwo sets of paint color samples, if applicableTwo sets of photos of the homeTwo sets of plans and/or product samples

Building Department | Atlantis, FL