Permitting Services Division
Building Safer, Smarter, and Code-Compliant Communities
The Permitting Services Division is responsible for the administration, issuance, coordination, and reporting of all building permit activities for the City of Cape Coral. Acting as the primary customer interface, the Division oversees permit intake, application processing, document management, workflow coordination, and data tracking between applicants, plan reviewers, and inspection staff.
The Division manages front-counter operations and provides comprehensive phone and email support related to permitting activities. It ensures permit applications are complete, accurately routed, tracked through the review and inspection process, and formally issued in accordance with applicable approvals. The Division also prepares and maintains building, permitting, operational, Census, and other regulatory or statutory reports; issues and processes Certificates of Occupancy; and supports compliance with Florida Building Codes, City ordinances, and development standards.
While plan reviews and inspections are conducted by the Building Division, the Permitting Services Division ensures the permitting lifecycle progresses efficiently, accurately, transparently, and is supported by reliable data from application submission through final approval.
Check Permit or Inspection Status
Track your permit or inspection anytime via the EnerGov Customer Self-Service Portal.
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Permitting Counter Hours
Monday – Thursday: 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Friday 9:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
- Appointments are strongly preferred and help reduce wait times.
- Walk-ins are accepted as availability allows but may experience longer wait times.
We recommend using our Q-less virtual line system to schedule a 30-minute appointment in advance.
Registered contractors must apply online at www.CapeCoral.gov/energov. Owner-builders may apply either online or in person. All applications are processed in the order received. Permits are not immediately issued at the Permitting Counter.
Click here to apply for a permit
How to Apply for Permits
Contractors:
- All contractors must apply online via EnerGov Self-Service Portal.
- Online applications and owner-builder permits are processed in order of receipt.
- Permits are not issued immediately at the counter.
Owner-Builders:
- Apply in person at City Hall or online via EnerGov Self-Service Portal.
- Schedule your 30-minute appointment through our Virtual Line.
Before You Apply:
- Review the required permit types in our Permit Document Center.
- Submit via the EnerGov Customer Self-Service (CSS) Portal.
Learn how to use the EnerGov CSS System
Helpful Tools & Links
- Permitting Fee Schedule
- Commercial Permit Fee Calculator (New Construction & Additions)
- Residential Permit Fee Calculator (New Construction)
Important Reminders
Contractors
- Register on the Energov CSS Portal to avoid counter delays.
- Submit all permits online via EnerGov.
Notice to Industry
Stay current with permitting policy changes and updates.
Contact Information
| Permitting Help Desk | 239-574-0546 |
| Contractor Registration | 239-574-0870 |
| Inspection Questions/Assistance | 239-573-3173 |
| Certificate of Occupancy – City Inspected | 239-574-0606 |
| Certificate of Occupancy – Private Provider | 239-242-3782 |
Still Have Questions?
Email: permits@capecoral.gov