Custom Home Site Work in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Who This Service Is For

Custom home site work in Broward County is designed for custom home builders, high-end homeowners, developers, and general contractors building luxury residences in neighborhoods like Victoria Park, Coral Ridge, Harbor Beach, Las Olas, Rio Vista, Colee Hammock, Seven Isles, and other established residential areas throughout Broward County.

Whether you're building a custom home in Victoria Park, a waterfront estate in Harbor Beach, or a luxury residence in Coral Ridge, our custom home site work services coordinate licensed contractors with the expertise and equipment to handle complete site preparation for high-end residential projects, navigating Broward County Development & Environmental Review (DER), Natural Resource Protection Code requirements, and SFWMD Environmental Resource Permits with attention to detail.

Broward County Custom Home Development Considerations

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

• Development & Environmental Review (DER): Custom home projects 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 custom home 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. Building permits range from $1,440–$2,880 for the main building permit, with additional costs for plumbing and electrical permits ($14–$720 depending on work scope). During a transition period through December 31, 2025, the previous application form will still be accepted.
• Flood Zone Compliance: Many custom home sites in Broward County, particularly in areas like Fort Lauderdale Beach, Pompano Beach, Harbor Beach, and coastal neighborhoods, are in FEMA flood zones requiring specific elevation requirements and Base Flood Elevation (BFE) compliance for building pads and driveways. For waterfront properties common in Harbor Beach and Coral Ridge areas, elevation and seawall compliance certifications are necessary, which can extend the review timeline.
• 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 custom home construction, with SFWMD Environmental Resource Permits required for dewatering activities affecting state waters.
• Tree Protection Standards: Broward County requires tree protection standards for development activities, particularly important in established neighborhoods like Victoria Park, Coral Ridge, and Harbor Beach. Prior to land clearing, barriers must be constructed around trees designated for preservation using sturdy orange plastic barricading with supports placed every five feet. Within designated preservation areas, only hand clearing is permissible. Any tree damaged during development that is designated for protection violates the code, and any tree that dies as a result of such damage is subject to double the replacement requirements.
• Coastal Soil Conditions: Coastal areas in Broward County including Fort Lauderdale Beach, Pompano Beach, and Lauderdale-by-the-Sea feature unique soil characteristics including limestone bedrock, sandy soils, and organic materials that affect grading, compaction, and foundation design for custom homes.
• 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.
• Setback and Zoning Requirements: Custom home sites must comply with Broward County or municipal setback requirements, zoning regulations, and lot coverage restrictions. We ensure all site work meets these requirements.

The Custom Home Site Work Process in Broward County

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

1. Project Intake and Scoping: We review your custom home project requirements, site plans, and engineering drawings to understand the full scope of site work needed in Broward County, including flood zone analysis, tree protection, 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 custom home 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 custom home project with licensed contractors who have the right equipment, certifications, and experience for your specific Broward County site conditions, flood zone requirements, and luxury residential development needs.
5. Scheduling and Coordination: We coordinate the sequence of custom home 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 custom home development process, with attention to detail expected for luxury projects.
7. Final Inspection Support: We coordinate final inspections with Broward County Building Code Division and ensure all custom home site work is completed to standards before building construction begins.

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