{"id":708,"date":"2022-02-22T05:40:03","date_gmt":"2022-02-22T05:40:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/swr.sgsuat.info\/?page_id=708"},"modified":"2026-02-17T15:01:31","modified_gmt":"2026-02-17T19:01:31","slug":"building-permitting-and-inspections","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/southwestranches.sgssys.info\/?page_id=708","title":{"rendered":"Building Permitting and Inspections"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"pl-gb708-6a7c63c699608\"  class=\"panel-layout\" ><div id=\"pg-gb708-6a7c63c699608-0\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-no-style\" ><div id=\"pgc-gb708-6a7c63c699608-0-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-gb708-6a7c63c699608-0-0-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"0\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<h3><strong>Building Permitting and Inspections<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Building Permit and Inspection Services for the Town of Southwest Ranches are provided by <strong>CAP Government, Inc.<\/strong> <strong>CAP Government<\/strong> has staff available in Town Hall with office hours Monday to Friday from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm, (closed between 12:00 pm and 1:00 pm for lunch). You may also contact <strong>CAP Government<\/strong> at 954-434-0008 &#8211; Option 1 (Building Department), or email at <a href=\"mailto:swrinspections@southwestranches.org\">swrinspections@southwestranches.org<\/a> \u00a0if you have questions or need assistance.<\/p>\n<p>Southwest Ranches and CAP Government receives, reviews and approves all building permit applications and building plans in an electronic format with an on-line portal. Instructions and links to the on-line portal are provided on this webpage.<\/p>\n<p>Paper applications and building plans will not be needed for your permit. In addition, you will not need to come into Town Hall or stand in-line to submit your permit application or receive approvals. All application documents are uploaded to the CAP on-line portal from your home or office. You will receive application and building plan comments and approvals with email notifications and with permit information posted on the Town\u2019s website. Inspection requests will be completed by email or in person. Payments can be made during normal business hours by cash, check payable to the Town, or credit card (maximum transaction amount of $5,000).<\/p>\n<p><strong>STEP 1: Building Permit Applications and Other Forms<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>All building permit application packages must include the Broward County Uniform Building Permit Application* and a Notice of Commencement* as well as the applicable forms needed for specific permit types (links provided below). Select and download the Broward County Uniform Permit Application, Notice of Commencement and other forms needed for your application.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul class=\"list-box\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.southwestranches.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/AC-Change-out-form-Instructions_July2024.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Air Conditioner Change-Out Form &amp; Instructions (updated 07\/02\/2024)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a style=\"color: #333;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.southwestranches.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Blower-Door-Test.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Blower Door Test<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.broward.org\/CodeAppeals\/Documents\/Broward%20County%20Uniform%20Building%20Permit%20Application.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Broward County Uniform Building Application (effective 03\/09\/2026)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.southwestranches.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Change-of-Contractor.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Change of Contractor<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.southwestranches.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/C.O.-CHECK-LIST.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Checklist for a Certificate of Occupancy (CO) or Certificate of Completion (CC)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.southwestranches.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Comprehensive-Permit-Fee-Schedule-Clean-Version.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Comprehensive Permit Fee Schedule (Effective 4\/28\/2022)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a style=\"color: #333;\" href=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/demolition.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Demolition<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a style=\"color: #333;\" href=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/FENCE-APPLICATION.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Fences<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.southwestranches.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/CAP-Inspection-Request-2023_Redacted.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Inspection Request Form<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a style=\"color: #333;\" href=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/NEW-SFH.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">New Single-Family Home<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a style=\"color: #333;\" href=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/NOTICE-OF-COMMENCEMENT.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Notice of Commencement*<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.southwestranches.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/OB-Affidavit.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Owner-Builder Permit Affidavit<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a style=\"color: #333;\" href=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/new-pool-application-with-logo.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Pools and Spas<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.southwestranches.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/REVISION-SHEET.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Revision Sheet<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.southwestranches.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/BC-Roof-package-with-HurricaneMitigationAffidav-2023-with-logo.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Roof Package with Hurricane Mitigation Affidavit<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.southwestranches.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/FBC-Special-Building-Inspector-Form-8th-Edition.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Special Building Inspector Form<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.southwestranches.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Policy-22-02-Water-Heater-Replacement-Data-Form.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Water Heater Replacement Data Form<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a style=\"color: #333;\" href=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Windows-and-Doors-Complete-Retro-Packet-Fillable-2020-Pro.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windows and Doors<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>STEP 2: Permit Application Requirements <\/strong><br \/>\nIn addition to the completed permit applications, below you will find additional information and documents that may be required for your permit type.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/PERMIT-SUBMITTAL-REQUIREMENTS1.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Permit Application Requirements<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>STEP 3: On-Line Submittal of Building Permit Application Package<\/strong><br \/>\nYou will need to register and create an account to gain access to the CAP On-Line Building Permit Portal. Completing your application package and submitting it on-line is easy and familiar. The following link provides you with the \u201c<a href=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/SWR-Online-Permit-and-EPR-Applicant-Guide.pdf\">CAP On-Line Building Permit Processing Guide<\/a>\u201d Please access the CAP On-Line Permit portal with the link below to submit your building permit application.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www2.citizenserve.com\/Portal\/PortalController?Action=showHomePage&amp;ctzPagePrefix=Portal_&amp;installationID=117\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CAP On-Line Building Permits and Permit Search<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Please also note that many building permits require Broward County or Town Zoning and Engineering approvals prior to issuance of building permits. You can contact these services by phone or email at:<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Zoning:<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/swr.sgsuat.info\/departments\/zoning-and-permitting\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Zoning Webpage<\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"contact_details_1\"><i class=\"far fa-envelope\"><\/i><a style=\"color: #333;\" href=\"mailto:zoninginfo@southwestranches.org\">zoninginfo@southwestranches.org<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"contact_details_1\"><i class=\"fas fa-mobile-alt\"><\/i><a style=\"color: #333;\" href=\"tel:9544340008\">(954) 434-0008<\/a><\/div>\n<h3>Engineering:<\/h3>\n<div class=\"contact_details_1\"><i class=\"far fa-envelope\"><\/i><a style=\"color: #333;\" href=\"mailto:rley@southwestranches.org\">rley@southwestranches.org<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"contact_details_1\"><i class=\"fas fa-mobile-alt\"><\/i><a style=\"color: #333;\" href=\"tel:9544340008\">(954) 434-0008<\/a><\/div>\n<h3>Broward County EEPD:<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.broward.org\/environment\/Pages\/Default.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Environmental Engineering and Permitting (broward.org)<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Building Permit Inspections<\/strong><br \/>\nAfter your permit has been issued and construction is underway, certain building inspections are required in order to complete your project. Your project has a specific list of required inspections. This list was provided to you with the issuance of the permit and is also available on-line in your approved project documents. You are responsible to request the required inspection at the appropriate phase of construction and obtain an approved inspection result in order proceed further with construction. To request an inspection, please email us at: <a href=\"mailto:SWRInspections@southwestranches.org\">SWRInspections@southwestranches.org<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Please do not hesitate to contact us at <a href=\"mailto:SWRInspections@southwestranches.org\">SWRInspections@southwestranches.org<\/a> or 954-434-0008 (Option 1) if you have any questions or need assistance.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Broward County E-Permits:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.southwestranches.org\/departments\/building-permitting-and-inspections\/e-permits-broward-county\/\">E-Permits (Broward County)<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Thank you<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Building Permitting and Inspections Building Permit and Inspection Services for the Town of Southwest Ranches are provided by CAP Government, Inc. 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