Building damage from Helene? Here are resources for Tampa residents.
With many residents still reeling from Hurricane Helene, the city of Tampa has launched two “pop-up permit centers” in the hope of simplifying repairing and rebuilding process.
For the next two weeks, construction services staff will be on hand Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Marjorie Park Marina, 97 Columbia Drive, and DeSoto Park, 2617 Corrine Street.
On weekends, the centers will be open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
“Our goal is to streamline the process and support our citizens through each step as efficiently as possible as we seek to maintain our community’s long-term resilience,” Abbye Feeley, the city’s interim administrator of development and economic opportunity, said in a statement Tuesday.
The following actions do not require a permit at this time:
Drywall repairs 2 feet or less from the finished floor
New roof covering, or the repairing of an existing roof covering, so long as it is 500 square feet or less
Painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets and countertops
Fence repair and replacements
Soffits and fascia repairs
Front and rear exterior door replacement
Fees on storm-related damage permit applications are waived between Sept. 23 and Nov. 3 for the following actions:
Trade Permits
Roof repairs and replacement over 500 square feet
Electrical work
HVAC and water heater change-outs
Replacement of exterior and garage doors
Building Permits
Alteration permits to include wall repair or replacement
Demolition permits related to storm damage
The city is also offering expedited permit review for the above types of permits and inspections.
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