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The Building Department processes all permits for construction in the City of Lake Helen with the exception of wells, septic systems and irrigation systems. The Building Officials review all plans to assure they meet the requirements of the Florida Building Code. Field inspections are conducted to make sure structures are being constructed in accordance with approved plans and codes. Tree Permits and Land Alteration Permits are reviewed by the City Planner.

City Building Inspector

Quentin L Hampton & Associates
Gary Wisniewski, Robert Fought, Robert Harrell
Phone: (386-761-6810
Fax: (386-761-3977

Lake Helen City Hall
327 S. Lakeview Drive
Lake Helen, FL 32744



City Hall hours: M - F, 8:00am to 4:30 pm
Inspections & Application Review: Tues. and Thurs. AM
Lake Helen Building Permit Department

A property owner may act as the contractor. Owner/Builder must appear in the office to sign the application and any other necessary forms.

New Residential Structures: Before starting the permit application process verify the zoning regulations and codes for the type of structure you plan to build.

Commercial: Commercial buildings/projects will need a development review before a building permit application can be submitted. Please direct Development Review questions to: City Administrator/City Planner, Don Findell: Lake Helen City Hall 386-228-2121.

Two copies of any supporting documentation must be submitted with your Building Permit Application. Application fees are due at the time of application submittal. Fee Schedule

Septic, Well and Irrigation Permits are issued by the Volusia County Health Department. Their offices and service areas are indicated on the Volusia County Website.

To obtain a parcel number for your application please go to the Volusia County Appraiser's web page.

The following files are in pdf format. To view and print the files you will need Acrobat Reader. If you do not have the most recent version you may download one for free at Adobe.com

Applications / Forms

Building Permit Application
Change of Contractor
Driveway Permit Packet
Low Sloped Roof Information
New Single Family Residential Packet
Permit Authorization
Pool Packet—Above Ground
Pool Packet—In Ground
Notice of Commencement
Residential Sloped Roof
Roof Inspection Affidavit
Stormwater Application
TDH Calculation Worksheet
Information / Guidelines

Accessory Structure General Guidelines
Building Permit Documentation Requirements
Frequently Asked Questions
New Construction Check List
Single Family Residential Information
Roof Shingle ID Information

Permit Applications

Land Alteration Permit
Tree Permit

City of Lake Helen
Ph: (386) 228-2121
P.O. Box 39
Lake Helen, FL 32744