Request to Change a Contractor

Do you need to change a contractor on your project?

Written notification, signed and notarized is required when changing a contractor on your permit.

Projects with an estimated construction cost over $5,000 require an updated copy of a recorded notice of commencement noting the new contractor. Issued permits will be charged 25% of the original permit fee or minimum permit fee, whichever is greater.

Online

Step 1.Complete a change of contractor form

Download and fill out your change of contractor form. Once you are finished, print your completed form.

Download the Form

Step 2.Notarize your change of contractor form

You will need to notarize your change of contractor form. We offer notary services at our offices at City Hall.

City of Orlando City Hall
Permitting Services Division
400 South Orange Avenue, 1st Floor
Orlando, FL 32801

8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, except holidays

Step 3.Submit a Recorded Notice of Commencement

If your project value exceeds $5,000, you will need to file a Notice of Commencement with the Orange County Comptroller's Office prior to starting any work. Once the Notice of Commencement is filed, you need to post a certified copy at the job site and provide a copy to the City of Orlando.

Start Your Notice of Commencement

Step 4.Scan and submit the completed applicable forms

Submit Your Change of Contractor Form

You can also drop off the completed form in-person or fax the form to us at 407.246.3420.

City of Orlando City Hall
Permitting Services Division
400 South Orange Avenue
Orlando, FL 32801
8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, except holidays

Step 5.We'll review your request

After submitting your documents, expect a response from us within two business days. We will also notify you of any fees.

Step 6.Make a payment

  1. Use our online service to pay your fees
  2. Once you pay your fees, notify us by sending an email to: digitalpermits@orlando.gov 

Step 7.Resume your project

You can now complete your project with your new contractor.