The Building Department issues building permits, ensures contractors are licensed as required by Florida Statute 489, reviews all plans for code compliance and conducts inspections of all construction for compliance with the approved plans and the Florida Building Code as required by Florida Statute 553 and the city of Venice code of ordinances. The department also provides support for two boards appointed by the mayor and city council:

The Construction Board of Adjustment and Appeals reviews proceedings brought against contractors who purposely violate codes and laws. A contractor believed to be in violation may also be required to appear before the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulations.

Effective October 1, 2007, all permits issued for the roof replacement on a single-family residence constructed prior to the implementation of the Florida Building Code (March 1, 2002) shall comply with the requirements of the Hurricane Mitigation Retrofit Manual (HMRM).

For more information about city of Venice building issues, e-mail Director Hans Behrens at hbehren@ci.venice.fl.us or call his Administrative Aide, Mickie Abel to answer any questions concerning the ARB at (941) 486-2626 Ext. 22002. For information about permits, contact Permit Technician Joan Moudy at jmoudy@ci.venice.fl.us or call (941) 486-2626, Ext. 22006.