Property condition & permits
Davie Unpermitted Additions, Open Permits and Code Compliance Searches
Quick answer
Open permits, code cases and unpermitted work can delay closing or become the buyer's problem. Run a permit and code compliance search with the Town early, compare the Property Appraiser's square footage with what you see, and ask the seller about every addition, enclosure and conversion. Resolve open items — or agree in writing how they'll be handled — before closing.
Request permits and code records through separate checks
Davie’s address-based permit search use permit descriptions, status and inspection results to compare each addition with approved scope.
Davie public records form select Building and Code Compliance to request relevant case files, orders and inspection records. Ask the closing/title professional about recorded liens and municipal search scope; an online permit result alone is not a lien clearance.
Davie Code Compliance provides the responsible division. Ask what further review is required for missing approvals; do not assume legalization, demolition or a credit resolves the issue.
Searches to run
| Search | What it shows | Who to ask |
|---|---|---|
| Permit history | Open, expired and finaled permits | Town of Davie Building Division |
| Code compliance | Open violations or liens | Town code compliance; title company |
| Property Appraiser record | Recorded square footage and structures | BCPA |
Common unpermitted items
- Enclosed patios or porches
- Garage conversions
- Sheds, barns and carports
- Added bathrooms or kitchens
- Electrical or plumbing changes
For sellers
Run the search before listing so there's time to close out permits.
Related Mora Realty Davie pages
Sources
- Davie’s address-based permit search — Use permit descriptions, status and inspection results to compare each addition with approved scope.
- Davie public records form — Select Building and Code Compliance to request relevant case files, orders and inspection records
- Davie Code Compliance — Provides the responsible division