Building Inspection

COVID-19 Update

07/02/20 - Due to the increase of COVID-19 cases, our offices have closed to the public. Our main goal is to continue to mitigate any potential spread of COVID-19 to our coworkers and neighbors.The Department of Sustainable development will continue to work remotely and advise that any questions or concerns be emailed to bldg@cityofgainesville.org. You can also call our office at 352-334-5050 and leave a message. We will respond to your message as quickly as possible. 

06/08/20 - As the Department of Sustainable Development begins to reopen our offices, our main goal is to continue to mitigate any potential spread of COVID-19. To maintain this goal, our offices will be open to the public by appointment only. 

Please call 352-334-5050 or e-mail bldg@cityofgainesville.org and a staff person will respond ASAP to schedule an inspection or assist you with applying for a permit online.

COVID-19 Update

Due to the COVID-19 virus our walk in operations have been suspended until further notice. Please call 352-334-5050 or e-mail bldg@cityofgainesville.org and a staff person will respond ASAP to schedule an inspection or assist you with applying for a permit online.

ProjectDox 9.1 Upgrade

We are pleased to announce that we have upgraded to ProjectDox 9.1 for our online plan review. We appreciate everyone's patience during this upgrading process. If you were unable to attend the New Features Training, you can still view the information below. 

• Link to New Features Training (Only Available until October 31, 2019) - https://support2.avolvesoftware.com/projectdox/?FileID=8310
• User Name: GNVApplicant@projectdox.com
• Password: Upgrade9

• Applicant New Features Guide
• ProjectDox System User Requirements

ProjectDox Upgrade

Thank you for your patience and we do apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

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The Codes in effect in our jurisdiction are listed below.  All structures shall comply with the city of Gainesville zoning ordinances and construction codes including the following: 

• FLORIDA BUILDING CODE – Building
• FLORIDA BUILDING CODE – Existing Building
• FLORIDA BUILDING CODE – Residential
• FLORIDA BUILDING CODE – Plumbing
• FLORIDA BUILDING CODE – Fuel Gas
• FLORIDA BUILDING CODE – Mechanical
• FLORIDA BUILDING CODE – Energy Conservation
• FLORIDA BUILDING CODE – Accessibility
• NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE 2014 Edition
• NFPA 101 LIFE SAFETY CODE w/ Florida Modifications 2014 Edition
• FLORIDA FIRE PREVENTION CODE - Sixth Edition