city · Volusia County · Florida

Daytona Beach, Florida Building Permits & Zoning

Regulatory data for residential homebuilders and land developers

5.5

Friction Index Moderate Regulatory Environment

Permit Timeline

35 days

5 weeks

Total Fees Est.

$9,925

per residential lot

Impact Fees

$7,800

per lot

Permit Fee

$1,550

residential

Plan Review Fee

$575

per application

Delay Risk

26%

probability of delay

Zoning & Requirements

Overlay Districts

Permitted By-Right Uses

Permitting Requirements

✓ Building permit application
✓ Engineered site plan
✓ Volusia County impact fees
✓ SJRWMD stormwater permit
✓ Tree survey and mitigation plan
✓ Stormwater management plan
✓ Fire department review
✓ Coastal construction control line permit (beachside)
✓ Historic preservation review (certain districts)
✓ Flood zone compliance
✓ Wind load calculations (130 mph coastal areas)
✓ Utility availability letter
✓ Florida Building Code 8th Edition compliance

Process Notes

Staffing & Operations

Coastal jurisdiction with complex review requirements. Beachside vs. mainland properties have different standards. Historic district reviews can add time.

Recent Changes

Volusia County impact fees increased 7% Jan 2026. Updated coastal construction standards following recent storm damage assessments. Enhanced dune protection requirements for beachside properties. New flood maps being implemented.

Rezone Probability

70%

Contact Information

Permit Office Phone

(386) 671-8025

Official Website

https://www.codb.us/building

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