Direct answer
Direct answer
Citrus County building permits for unincorporated property are submitted through the county's Accela system. Inverness and Crystal River may use separate city processes.
Before you begin
Before you begin
Confirm whether the address is in unincorporated Citrus County, Inverness, or Crystal River before beginning an application.
Key information
- Online application
- Citrus County Accela permitting portal
- Property jurisdiction
- Confirm before applying
- Plans and documents
- Depend on permit type
- Inspections
- Scheduled after permit issuance
Fees
- Building permit fee
- Varies by permit type
- Plan review or impact fees
- May apply separately
- Exact amount
- Calculated from the current county schedule and application
Requirements
- Property address and parcel information.
- A complete scope of work and the forms required for that permit type.
- Plans, surveys, contractor credentials, and owner authorization when applicable.
Steps
- 1Confirm which building department serves the address.
- 2Create an account in Citrus County Accela permitting portal.
- 3Choose the permit type and upload the required documents.
- 4Respond to review comments, pay assessed fees, and schedule inspections.
Important notes
- Starting work before permit issuance can create penalties and correction requirements.
- Municipal addresses may use a city building department instead of the county.
Relevant office
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