Bringing fill onto a lot or changing the elevation of the land in any way (part of the permit will involve checking that the site drainage is still correct).
Required Forms & Documents
- Application for Construction Permit (1-page form)1 original signed.
- Site plan (2 copies or sets): Site Plan with topography, adjacent building finish floor elevation, including existing and proposed elevation for drainage.
- Letter of Authorization from Property Owner (1 original): Signed and notarized letter of authorization from the property owner where dirt will be placed.
- Erosion Control Plan (2 copies/sets): Required prior to commencement of work.
- As-Built Survey (2 copies/sets): As-built topography of the finished, restored site when work is completed.
- Checklist of Grade and Fill Permit Requirements
Fees
On Application
- Right-Of-Way Review: $90
Licenses That Can Obtain This Permit Type
- Owner-Builder: Not more than $75,000 in cost. Must not rent or sell the property within one (1) year of completion of the permit.
- Certified Building
- Certified General
- Certified Underground Utilities
- Registered Building
- Registered General
- Registered Underground Utility
- Local Grade Fill and Clear
Note: Fee payments by check should be made payable to either "CCBCC" or Charlotte County Board of County Commissioners. Payments are also accepted by Mastercard or Visa credit or debit cards.