Sign permit in Orlando, FL
We couldn't confirm this from Orlando's code.
Rather than guess, here is the exact section to read and who to call. A rule appears on this site only when the ordinance states it plainly.
Read Sec. 64.267; billboards in Sec. 64.275; appearance approval in Sec. 65.510
Nearby cities, same job
Rules stop at the city line. If your lot is near a boundary, or you work across several towns, this is where they differ.
| City | Distance | Permit? | Where the line falls |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando | — | Yes | Expect to need a sign permit for a business or property s… |
| Kissimmee | 12 mi | Yes | You need a sign permit for a business or property sign. K… |
| Deltona | 34 mi | Yes | You must get a sign permit before you install a business … |
| Melbourne | 42 mi | Yes | You need a sign permit to put up a business or property s… |
| Lakeland | 49 mi | Yes | You must get a sign permit before installing a business o… |
| Daytona Beach | 55 mi | Yes | You need a sign permit to put up a business or property s… |
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Questions people ask
I already built it without a permit. What now?
Orlando can issue a stop-work order and require you to apply after the fact, sometimes with an extra fee. Work that was covered up may have to be opened for inspection. Full walkthrough here.
Does unpermitted work cause problems when selling the house?
Often, yes. A buyer's inspector or the title company may flag it, and lenders can balk at financing a home with open or missing permits. What to do about it.