Building Division

Building

NOTICE

PPR Services Change Effective 10/1/2026

Starting October 1, 2026, ICI/Sjur Solutions/VIP will no longer accept new Private Provider Review (PPR) contracts
in Hernando County. Existing PPR contracts will be completed as agreed. 

VIP inspection services are unaffected and remain available through the Building Department.

Read full notice

Permit Application Status and Property Search

New Permit Application Status Tool (As of 03/03/2026)

Use the "Permit Application Status and Property Search Portal" link above to access current permit information and property records.

Through this online portal, citizens and contractors can:

  • View current permit statuses
  • Search and review property history (by owner’s name, address, key number, or parcel IDs.
  • View contractor information (by name, business, or license number)

Legacy Permit Application Status Tool

The Legacy Permit Application Status tool can be used to view permits and related documents submitted prior to 3/3/26.

THE LEGACY PORTAL IS FOR REVIEW, STATUS AND INSPECTION SCHEDULING ONLY.
NEWLY SUBMITTED APPLICATIONS THROUGH THE LEGACY PORTAL SHALL BE DENIED. ALL NEW APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED THROUGH OUR NEW TYLER PORTAL.

Legacy Permit Application Status Tool

How to Register as a Contractor

Introduction and How to Register combined

(Residential Only)

Work Exempt from Permitting

Certain home improvement or maintenance projects 
do not require a building permit.

Scheduling Inspections

Owner/Builder contractors may schedule inspections by:

    • Emailing: bldg@hernandocounty.us
    • Calling: (352)754-4050

Private Provider Program

If you are interested in a modified turnaround time for your project, you may participate in Hernando County’s Private Provider Program.

Building Division

📞 Contact Us

Hernando County Building Division
789 Providence Boulevard
Brooksville, FL 34601

(352) 754-4050
bldg@hernandocounty.us

Building Division

⏱️Hours of Operations

Monday 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM

Lobby Hours 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM

Tuesday 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM

Lobby Hours 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM

Wednesday 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM

Lobby Hours 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM

Thursday 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM

Lobby Hours 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM

Friday 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM

Lobby Hours 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM

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