Commercial Site Work in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Who This Service Is For

Commercial site work in Broward County is designed for developers, general contractors, and commercial property owners developing retail centers, office buildings, mixed-use developments, and commercial properties in areas like Las Olas Boulevard, Downtown Fort Lauderdale, Hollywood, Pompano Beach, and throughout Broward County.

Whether you're developing a retail center on Las Olas Boulevard, an office building in Downtown Fort Lauderdale, or a mixed-use development in Hollywood, our commercial site work services coordinate licensed contractors with the expertise and equipment to handle complete site preparation for commercial projects, navigating Broward County Development & Environmental Review (DER), Natural Resource Protection Code requirements, and SFWMD Environmental Resource Permits.

Broward County Commercial Development Considerations

Commercial site work in Broward County requires attention to unique local conditions and regulatory requirements:

• Development & Environmental Review (DER): Commercial developments require Development & Environmental Review through ePermits OneStop for applicable building permits. All DER submittals are only accepted electronically. Broward County's Planning and Development Management Division ensures that proposed developments comply with the Broward County Land Development Code and Natural Resource Protection Code. The county will not issue building permits prior to receipt of proof of payment for impact fees and a copy of final Planning and Development Management Review approval.
• Uniform Building Permit Application: Broward County has released an updated Uniform Building Permit Application with a revision date of November 14, 2025. The new application requires indication of Private Provider association and includes a license-exempt contractor option. During a transition period through December 31, 2025, the previous application form will still be accepted.
• Flood Zone Compliance: Many commercial properties in Broward County, particularly in areas like Fort Lauderdale Beach, Pompano Beach, and coastal neighborhoods, are in FEMA flood zones requiring specific elevation requirements and Base Flood Elevation (BFE) compliance for parking areas and building pads.
• High Water Table: Broward County's high water table, especially in areas like Fort Lauderdale Beach, Pompano Beach, and coastal neighborhoods, requires specialized dewatering techniques and foundation design for commercial structures, with SFWMD Environmental Resource Permits required for dewatering activities affecting state waters.
• Natural Resource Protection Code: Broward County's Natural Resource Protection Code (Chapter 27) regulates environmental activities and enforces requirements for development in environmentally sensitive areas, including flood zones and stormwater management systems. Commercial developments must comply with these requirements.
• SFWMD Environmental Resource Permits: SFWMD Environmental Resource Permits are required for activities affecting state waters and wetlands, including dredging and filling, constructing flood protection facilities, providing stormwater containment and treatment, site grading, and building dams or reservoirs. As of June 28, 2024, new water quality performance standards were implemented.
• Traffic and Access Requirements: Commercial developments require proper access roads, traffic management plans, and coordination with Broward County traffic engineering for site access and parking. Projects like the 811 Las Olas mixed-use development utilize off-site parking strategies that require traffic studies.
• Permit Validity: Broward County permits are valid for 180 days from the date of issuance. If work doesn't begin within this period, the permit will expire, though extensions can be requested by contacting the Broward County permit department.

The Commercial Site Work Process in Broward County

Our coordinated approach ensures your commercial site work project in Broward County moves smoothly from initial planning through final site preparation:

1. Project Intake and Scoping: We review your commercial project requirements, site plans, and engineering drawings to understand the full scope of site work needed in Broward County, including flood zone analysis and environmental considerations.
2. Broward County DER Coordination: We help identify required Development & Environmental Review (DER) through ePermits OneStop and coordinate with Broward County Planning and Development Management Division to ensure proposed commercial developments comply with the Broward County Land Development Code and Natural Resource Protection Code. All DER submittals are only accepted electronically.
3. Permit Coordination: We help identify required permits including Uniform Building Permit Applications (updated November 14, 2025), SFWMD Environmental Resource Permits, and other regulatory approvals. We coordinate with Broward County Building Code Division, SFWMD, and other regulatory agencies as needed. The county will not issue building permits prior to receipt of proof of payment for impact fees and a copy of final Planning and Development Management Review approval.
4. Contractor Selection: We match your commercial project with licensed contractors who have the right equipment, certifications, and experience for your specific Broward County site conditions, flood zone requirements, and commercial development needs.
5. Scheduling and Coordination: We coordinate the sequence of commercial site work activities, ensuring proper timing and minimizing conflicts between different phases, accounting for Broward County weather patterns, permit processing timelines, and 180-day permit validity periods.
6. Quality Assurance: We monitor progress and ensure work meets engineering specifications, Broward County building code requirements, Natural Resource Protection Code standards, and permit conditions throughout the commercial development process.
7. Final Inspection Support: We coordinate final inspections with Broward County Building Code Division and ensure all commercial site work is completed to standards before building construction begins.

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