HVAC Permits in Florida
Complete guide to HVAC permit requirements, energy code compliance, and building department information for contractors working in Florida.
Florida Energy Code Requirements
Understanding the energy efficiency standards that govern HVAC installations in Florida
Current Energy Code
2021 IECC
Current Standard
Statewide energy efficiency requirements for HVAC systems, equipment, and building envelope performance.
Common Requirements
Important Note
Local jurisdictions may have additional requirements beyond the state energy code. Always verify specific compliance needs with your local building department.
HVAC Permits by City in Florida
Miami
Zone 1AMiami-Dade County • 78 ZIP codes
Tampa
Zone 2AHillsborough County • 57 ZIP codes
Broward
Zone 1ABroward County • 55 ZIP codes
Palm Beach
Zone 2APalm Beach County • 49 ZIP codes
Pinellas
Zone 2APinellas County • 46 ZIP codes
Jacksonville
Zone 2ADuval County • 39 ZIP codes
Orlando
Zone 2AOrange County • 35 ZIP codes
Polk
Zone 2APolk County • 30 ZIP codes
Lee
Zone 2ALee County • 30 ZIP codes
Brevard
Zone 2ABrevard County • 28 ZIP codes
Marion
Zone 2AMarion County • 26 ZIP codes
Volusia
Zone 2AVolusia County • 25 ZIP codes
Lake
Zone 2ALake County • 22 ZIP codes
Sarasota
Zone 2ASarasota County • 21 ZIP codes
Collier
Zone 2ACollier County • 20 ZIP codes
Alachua
Zone 2AAlachua County • 19 ZIP codes
Pasco
Zone 2APasco County • 19 ZIP codes
Hillsborough
Zone 2AHillsborough County • 18 ZIP codes
Manatee
Zone 2AManatee County • 17 ZIP codes
Putnam
Zone 2APutnam County • 16 ZIP codes
Miami-Dade
Zone 1AMiami-Dade County • 16 ZIP codes
Escambia
Zone 2AEscambia County • 14 ZIP codes
Okaloosa
Zone 2AOkaloosa County • 14 ZIP codes
St. Lucie
Zone 2ASt. Lucie County • 14 ZIP codes
Jackson
Zone 2AJackson County • 13 ZIP codes
Seminole
Zone 2ASeminole County • 13 ZIP codes
Charlotte
Zone 2ACharlotte County • 13 ZIP codes
Citrus
Zone 2ACitrus County • 13 ZIP codes
Bay
Zone 2ABay County • 12 ZIP codes
Orange
Zone 2AOrange County • 12 ZIP codes
Osceola
Zone 2AOsceola County • 12 ZIP codes
Levy
Zone 2ALevy County • 9 ZIP codes
Indian River
Zone 2AIndian River County • 9 ZIP codes
Hernando
Zone 2AHernando County • 9 ZIP codes
St. Johns
Zone 2ASt. Johns County • 8 ZIP codes
Leon
Zone 2ALeon County • 8 ZIP codes
Monroe
Zone 1AMonroe County • 8 ZIP codes
Sumter
Zone 2ASumter County • 8 ZIP codes
Martin
Zone 2AMartin County • 7 ZIP codes
Clay
Zone 2AClay County • 6 ZIP codes
Gadsden
Zone 2AGadsden County • 6 ZIP codes
Santa Rosa
Zone 2ASanta Rosa County • 6 ZIP codes
Highlands
Zone 2AHighlands County • 6 ZIP codes
Suwannee
Zone 2ASuwannee County • 5 ZIP codes
Nassau
Zone 2ANassau County • 5 ZIP codes
Columbia
Zone 2AColumbia County • 5 ZIP codes
Walton
Zone 2AWalton County • 5 ZIP codes
Washington
Zone 2AWashington County • 5 ZIP codes
Baker
Zone 2ABaker County • 4 ZIP codes
Bradford
Zone 2ABradford County • 4 ZIP codes
Madison
Zone 2AMadison County • 4 ZIP codes
Flagler
Zone 2AFlagler County • 4 ZIP codes
Franklin
Zone 2AFranklin County • 4 ZIP codes
Liberty
Zone 2ALiberty County • 4 ZIP codes
Wakulla
Zone 2AWakulla County • 4 ZIP codes
Jefferson
Zone 2AJefferson County • 4 ZIP codes
Taylor
Zone 2ATaylor County • 4 ZIP codes
Calhoun
Zone 2ACalhoun County • 4 ZIP codes
Dixie
Zone 2ADixie County • 4 ZIP codes
Hendry
Zone 2AHendry County • 4 ZIP codes
Hardee
Zone 2AHardee County • 4 ZIP codes
Hamilton
Zone 2AHamilton County • 3 ZIP codes
Union
Zone 2AUnion County • 3 ZIP codes
Lafayette
Zone 2ALafayette County • 2 ZIP codes
Holmes
Zone 2AHolmes County • 2 ZIP codes
Gulf
Zone 2AGulf County • 2 ZIP codes
Gilchrist
Zone 2AGilchrist County • 2 ZIP codes
Glades
Zone 2AGlades County • 2 ZIP codes
DeSoto
Zone 2ADeSoto County • 2 ZIP codes
Okeechobee
Zone 2AOkeechobee County • 2 ZIP codes
Duval
Zone 2ADuval County • 1 ZIP codes
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about HVAC permits and energy code compliance in Florida
1What energy code does Florida follow?
Florida follows the 2021 IECC for energy efficiency requirements. This includes specific standards for HVAC equipment efficiency, duct design, and building envelope performance.
2Are Manual J calculations required in Florida?
Most jurisdictions in Florida require Manual J load calculations for proper HVAC system sizing. Our free load calculation tool can generate the professional reports you need for permits.
3How long does it take to get HVAC permits in Florida?
Permit processing times vary by jurisdiction, typically ranging from 1-3 weeks. Having complete documentation including load calculations can speed up the process. Check with your local building department for specific timeframes.
4Do I need different permits for different types of HVAC work?
Yes, permit requirements vary based on the scope of work. New installations typically require mechanical permits, while simple repairs may not need permits. Replacements usually require permits if there are changes to the system capacity or ductwork.
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