Brevard County posts web tour outlining planning, permitting and online services

A presenter for Brevard County’s Planning and Development department released a web tour detailing how residents and contractors can use the department’s online services to apply for permits, check zoning and parcel data, and access code‑enforcement records. “Planning and permitting can be confusing, so we're going to show you key information and resources for both individuals and contractors,” the presenter said.

The video walks viewers through the department’s building‑permit pages, where applicants can select a permit application and review project‑specific requirements including the type of work, license requirements, required documents and fee structures. The presenter noted that “each page features a link to the online permitting portal at the top.”

The tour also covers code compliance: a page explaining the difference between contractor and code compliance complaints, a hearing‑process page with hearing rules and past meeting agendas, and a searchable case tab for accessing records or requesting records for active cases.

Contractor licensing guidance explains how to apply for Brevard County journeyman, master or contractor licenses and how to use the state certified contractor registration to link a state license for county permitting access. The presenter described a separate handyman page that lists trades that do and do not require state or local licenses.

Viewers are shown the department home screen links, including a contractor lookup tool (Find a Licensed Contractor) that allows searches by license number, business name, last name or trade. The presenter demonstrated the interactive zoning and future land‑use map and instructed users to enter a project address to determine zoning; those pages link to the County Code of Ordinances and parcel information from the property appraiser.

The narrator summarized online services for searching building permits, development zoning applications and code enforcement cases. Non‑registered users can search and view records; registration is required for scheduling inspections and for licensed contractors who need to apply for permits, make payments, or upload documentation.

The tour closes with instructions for applying for special events permits, resources on virtual inspections, a link to a live public‑meetings calendar, and customer contact information. For assistance the presenter provided a direct customer service line, (321) 633‑2187, and an email for permitting and licensing inquiries: building.licensing@brevardfl.gov.