Do you want to use a Private Provider as part of your Plan Review and/or Inspection process?

Florida law provides a method for property owners to obtain plan review and inspection code compliance services through a process that is an alternative to direct municipal services. Referred to as the Private Provider" program, it is governed by Florida Statute Sec. 553.791 and is intended to offer an option to complement the traditional review and inspection services provided by municipalities, while ensuring the integrity of a project by licensed code professionals. The law sets forth the essential processes and respective responsibilities of the property owner, the Private Provider, and the City.

The City of Melbourne recognizes the use of the Private Provider program. Information for the effective use of the program is included here. If you have additional questions, please contact the Building Division at 321-608-7900 or e-mail anytime at bldplanreview@mlbfl.org.

Plan Review

Fee reductions for plan review can only be provided if the Notice to Building Official form is submitted with the permit application. Fee reductions for plan review fees will be processed once the application has been accepted. No fee reduction or refunds will be granted once a permit has been issued.

Inspections

If private provider services are used for inspections only, the Notice to Building Official must be submitted to the city before the first scheduled inspection for the permit. Reductions for inspection fees will be processed prior to issuance of the permit. 

Standard fee reductions apply to projects that are outside of a FEMA Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA).