Above-Ground Pool permit in Sunrise, FL
Yes — you need a permit for above-ground pool work in Sunrise.
over 24 inches deep
| Permit needed? | Yes |
|---|---|
| Where the line falls | Over 24 in deep |
| Fee | Not in the ordinance — the department quotes it |
| Review time | Not in the ordinance |
| Code section | FBC 105.2 |
| Based on | Florida Building Code, Building, 2023, 8th edition |
How to pull the permit
- Put together a site plan showing where the work goes, with dimensions.
- Apply through the Sunrise building department.
- Pay the permit fee when the permit is issued. Work done before that isn't covered.
- Book each inspection listed on the permit as the job reaches that stage.
If you skip it
Building code violation: civil infraction, $50 first offense up to $100–$500 fourth offense (Sec. 2-127).
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunrise | — | Yes | Over 24 in deep |
| Tamarac | 2 mi | Yes | From 24 in deep |
| Lauderhill | 2 mi | Yes | Over 24 in deep |
| Plantation | 3 mi | Yes | Over 24 in deep |
| Davie | 7 mi | Yes | Over 24 in deep |
| Coral Springs | 7 mi | Yes | Over 24 |
Other work in Sunrise
Questions people ask
I already built it without a permit. What now?
Sunrise 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.