Pinellas County

Home permits and project costs in St. Petersburg, FL

Large parts of Pinellas County sit in FEMA flood zones, which triggers substantial-improvement review on bigger remodels.

Model reviewed August 2026

Local cost index

+3%

vs national average

Permit fee index

+5%

vs national baseline

Population

261,256

Homeownership

58%

Do you need a permit in St. Petersburg?

For most structural work, yes

St. Petersburg enforces florida building code, 8th edition (2023) through Pinellas County. Roofing, electrical, plumbing, structural, pools and most exterior additions require a permit and inspection. Cosmetic work — paint, flooring, cabinet swaps — generally does not.

Project costs in St. Petersburg

National baselines adjusted by the local labor and materials index.

Project	Typical cost	Permit	Deep pages
Roof Replacement	$10,500 – $35,500	required	Cost·Permit
AC Replacement	$5,600 – $16,700	required	Cost·Permit
Fence Installation	$2,600 – $11,800	usually required	Cost·Permit
Water Heater Replacement	$1,300 – $5,800	required	Cost·Permit
Pool Installation	$41,400 – $125,200	required	Cost·Permit
Window Replacement	$8,300 – $37,400	required	Cost·Permit
Electrical Panel Replacement	$2,100 – $7,400	required	Cost·Permit
Generator Installation	$7,000 – $23,800	required	Cost·Permit
Solar Panel Installation	$16,300 – $52,100	required	Cost·Permit
Kitchen Remodel	$19,000 – $97,200	conditional	Cost·Permit
Bathroom Remodel	$9,500 – $44,400	conditional	Cost·Permit
Driveway Replacement	$4,500 – $20,300	usually required	Cost·Permit
Paver Patio & Walkway	$3,700 – $16,900	conditional	Cost·Permit
Deck Construction	$5,900 – $30,200	required	Cost·Permit
Shed Installation	$1,900 – $12,700	conditional	Cost·Permit
Whole-House Repipe	$4,900 – $17,200	required	Cost·Permit
EV Charger Installation	$900 – $4,500	required	Cost·Permit
Hurricane Shutter Installation	$3,500 – $19,900	required	Cost·Permit
Pool Enclosure / Screen Cage	$9,900 – $46,000	required	Cost·Permit
Septic System Replacement	$8,200 – $30,700	required	Cost·Permit
Impact Window Installation	$10,000 – $46,700	required	Cost·Permit
Exterior Door Replacement	$1,000 – $7,100	usually required	Cost·Permit
Garage Door Replacement	$1,500 – $8,200	required	Cost·Permit
Siding Installation	$8,700 – $41,200	usually required	Cost·Permit
Stucco Repair	$1,000 – $16,900	conditional	Cost·Permit
Soffit & Fascia Replacement	$1,900 – $11,900	conditional	Cost·Permit
Gutter Installation	$900 – $6,800	rarely required	Cost·Permit
Roof Repair	$400 – $5,200	conditional	Cost·Permit
Flat Roof Replacement	$6,600 – $30,900	required	Cost·Permit
Attic Insulation	$1,300 – $7,900	rarely required	Cost·Permit
Ductwork Replacement	$2,700 – $13,000	required	Cost·Permit
Mini Split Installation	$2,600 – $13,500	required	Cost·Permit
Flooring Installation	$2,600 – $20,900	rarely required	Cost·Permit
Tile Installation	$1,900 – $16,700	rarely required	Cost·Permit
Interior Painting	$1,600 – $9,900	rarely required	Cost·Permit
Exterior Painting	$2,900 – $15,700	rarely required	Cost·Permit
Drywall Repair	$400 – $4,700	rarely required	Cost·Permit
Kitchen Cabinet Refacing	$4,700 – $20,900	rarely required	Cost·Permit
Countertop Replacement	$2,300 – $12,600	rarely required	Cost·Permit
Tub to Shower Conversion	$3,700 – $17,100	usually required	Cost·Permit
Sod Installation	$900 – $7,300	rarely required	Cost·Permit
Irrigation System Installation	$2,300 – $10,600	conditional	Cost·Permit
Tree Removal	$500 – $5,800	conditional	Cost·Permit
Outdoor Kitchen	$6,400 – $48,100	usually required	Cost·Permit
Seawall Repair	$8,800 – $104,700	required	Cost·Permit
Dock Construction	$9,900 – $93,700	required	Cost·Permit
Well Installation	$6,000 – $27,200	required	Cost·Permit
Mold Remediation	$1,600 – $15,900	conditional	Cost·Permit
Water Softener Installation	$1,300 – $6,900	usually required	Cost·Permit
Home Addition	$49,600 – $308,800	required	Cost·Permit
Heat Pump Replacement	$7,000 – $23,800	required	Cost·Permit
Furnace Replacement	$3,500 – $12,400	required	Cost·Permit
Foundation Repair	$3,000 – $34,200	usually required	Cost·Permit
Basement Waterproofing	$3,200 – $19,000	conditional	Cost·Permit
Drain Field Replacement	$6,500 – $27,000	required	Cost·Permit
Toilet Installation	$300 – $1,100	rarely required	Cost·Permit
Hot Tub Installation	$5,900 – $23,500	usually required	Cost·Permit

St. Petersburg permitting basics

Jurisdiction	St. Petersburg, Pinellas County
Building department	Official site
Permit portal	Apply online
Owner-builder permits	Owner-builder exemption available on an owner-occupied home under FS 489.103(7)
Contractor verification	Verify any license with Florida Building Commission before signing

Sources

Sources & verification

Model vintage August 2026. The links above are the issuing agencies' own pages — we publish them so you can confirm the current rule yourself, not as evidence that each fact on this page was re-checked with them today. Cost figures are modeled estimates based on national baselines adjusted for local labor and material pricing, not quotes. Permit rules change; confirm with the building department before starting work.