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St. Augustine, Florida Building Permits & Zoning

Regulatory data for residential homebuilders and land developers

6.5
Friction Index Moderate Regulatory Environment
Permit Timeline
42 days
6 weeks
Total Fees Est.
$12,475
per residential lot
Impact Fees
$10,200
per lot
Permit Fee
$1,650
residential
Plan Review Fee
$625
per application
Delay Risk
35%
probability of delay

Zoning & Requirements

Overlay Districts
Historic District Overlay (extensive - oldest city in US)Colonial Architectural Review DistrictUptown Historic DistrictCoastal High Hazard AreaFlood Zone Overlay (VE/AE zones)Matanzas River Protection Overlay
Permitted By-Right Uses
Single-family detached dwellingHome occupation (limited in historic areas)Accessory structure
Permitting Requirements

Process Notes

Staffing & Operations
Historic city with complex preservation requirements. Nation's oldest city means extensive historic districts. Coastal and historic overlay reviews can extend timelines significantly.
Recent Changes
St. Johns County impact fees increased 9% Jan 2026 (funding rapid growth infrastructure). Enhanced historic preservation standards adopted Q4 2025. New architectural design guidelines for non-historic areas. Coastal construction requirements updated. Additional permitting staff hired to handle growth surge.
Rezone Probability
58%

Contact Information

Permit Office Phone
(904) 825-1070
Official Website
https://www.citystaug.com/departments/building

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