Do I Need a Permit for a Screen Enclosure in Florida?

New screen enclosures in Florida generally need a permit. Here's what to know.

New screen enclosures and screen rooms in Florida generally require a building permit, because they have to meet the state's wind requirements. Replacing screens alone may be different. Here's how it usually works in Northeast Florida.

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What's Usually Permitted

New screen enclosures around a patio or pool.
Screen rooms and screened porches.
Enlarging or structurally changing an existing enclosure.

Every permitted structure gets its necessary engineered documents.

The Florida Building Code has its own section for screen enclosures, and it requires their structural members to be designed for wind from two directions.

Under the Florida Building Code, removable vinyl, glass or acrylic panels in a screen enclosure must carry a label saying they have to come down above a set wind speed.

By County

See our guides for Duval County, St. Johns County, Clay County and Nassau County. HOA approval for frame and screen colors is a separate step.

Why AY Luxury Designs

You design it with the founder. Amany Youssef designs every project with you in person and stays involved through the final walkthrough.
We manage every step, from design to final inspection. We handle the AutoCAD design, the HOA paperwork, the engineering, the permits and the build. We handle electrical work with our licensed electrical partner, and gas and plumbing with our licensed trade partners.
Built for Florida. Every permitted structure gets its necessary engineered documents.
A Nextdoor Neighborhood Favorite.

Our Design-Build Process

Design session with Amany. Your project starts at our Jacksonville design studio, where you sit down with founder Amany Youssef and watch your project take shape live on screen in AutoCAD.
Free AutoCAD design and a custom quote. You get to-scale 3D renderings and a fully itemized custom quote within 24 hours of your consultation, so you know exactly what you're getting.
In-home design visit. Amany comes to your home for an in-person walkthrough, so we look at the project together where you're most comfortable, finalize the details and choose your colors and finishes.
Engineering, HOA and permits handled. We get the necessary engineered documents for every permitted structure, prepare your HOA/ARB package and pull the permits.
Build. We can start most projects within two to four weeks. Our crews follow a build process we've refined over many projects, and you get daily updates.
The AY Advantage. You hold back the final 5% for seven days after completion, so we can take care of any touch-ups before you sign off.

Financing is available through Synchrony Bank, including 18 months of no-interest financing, and we have other financing options as well.

Related Projects

Grand cedar gazebo, fire pit walk and color-changing waterfall, RiverTown (St. Johns) An expansive cedar gazebo tied into the roofline, inside a screen enclosure with our expanded-view upgrade. Out in the yard, a paver walkway follows the slope of the lot down to a wood-burning fire pit and a color-changing waterfall, with lighting throughout.

Screened lanai extension with new pavers, Cypress Trails (Nocatee) A screened lanai extension that pushes the living space out into the yard, finished with new pavers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a permit for a screen enclosure in Florida? New screen enclosures and screen rooms generally require a permit. We handle the permit and inspections as part of the project.

Do I need a permit to rescreen my enclosure? Rescreening with no structural changes is often treated differently from a new enclosure. Rules vary, so we confirm with your permit office.

How do I deal with bugs on the patio? Screening is the most effective way to enjoy the outdoors without bugs. We can add a screen enclosure or design one into your project.