Southwest Ranches Recertification & Permit Submission

In Southwest Ranches, building permits, inspections, and related safety reports (including required milestone or age‑based inspections) are handled by the Town’s Building Permitting and Inspections Division. All permits and required documents are submitted electronically through the Broward County ePermits portal or by contacting the Building Department for assistance. Visit the official Building Permitting page for forms and portal links.

Important: All inspection reports and permit applications must be signed and sealed by a Florida‑licensed Professional Engineer or Registered Architect where applicable. Include your project/permit number in all submissions.

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

1

Contact the Building Department

Contact the Southwest Ranches Building Permitting & Inspections Division to ask about requirements for your specific project or recertification needs (phone or email below).

2

Prepare Documents

Gather all required inspection reports and supporting documents. If you are completing a milestone inspection (e.g., 25‑ or 40‑year), ensure all forms and reports meet Broward County specifications.

3

Create Portal Account

Use the Broward County ePermits link above to create an account or log in to start your submittal. You can apply for permits and upload documents through this portal.

4

Upload Documents

Upload required signed inspection reports and forms under the correct project or permit number in the online portal.

5

Pay Fees

Pay any required review and permit fees using the online payment options available in the ePermits system.

6

Monitor Status

Check the portal regularly for status updates, inspection results, or requests for additional information from the Building Department.

📌 For assistance, contact the Southwest Ranches Building Permitting & Inspections Division at (954) 434‑0008, Option 1 (Building). For questions or document support, email swrinspections@southwestranches.org. Visit the Southwest Ranches Building Permitting & Inspections page for forms and portal instructions.
Questions About Milestone or Age‑Based Building Safety Inspections: For inquiries about required milestone inspections (such as Broward County 25‑ or 40‑year safety inspections) and how to submit them, contact the Building Department at
  • Email: swrinspections@southwestranches.org
  • Phone: (954) 434‑0008, Option 1