city · Brevard County · Florida

Cocoa, Florida Building Permits & Zoning

Regulatory data for residential homebuilders and land developers

3.5

Friction Index Very Low Regulatory Environment

Permit Timeline

22 days

3 weeks

Total Fees Est.

$6,025

per residential lot

Impact Fees

$4,600

per lot

Permit Fee

$1,050

residential

Plan Review Fee

$375

per application

Delay Risk

10%

probability of delay

Zoning & Requirements

Overlay Districts

Permitted By-Right Uses

Permitting Requirements

✓ Building permit application
✓ Site plan
✓ Brevard County impact fees
✓ Stormwater management plan
✓ Tree protection plan
✓ Fire review
✓ Utility connection permits
✓ Erosion control measures
✓ Florida Building Code 8th Edition compliance
✓ Wind zone documentation

Process Notes

Staffing & Operations

One of the fastest permit turnarounds in Brevard County. Pro-growth policies. Responsive staff. Online portal for permit tracking.

Recent Changes

Same-day plan review pilot program for standard residential plans launched Q1 2026. Impact fee deferral program available for affordable housing units. No fee increases planned.

Rezone Probability

90%

Contact Information

Permit Office Phone

(321) 433-8600

Official Website

https://www.cocoafl.gov/departments/building

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