Shed Permit Requirements in Hollywood
Hollywood requires a Building Permit to install a shed, and its shed regulations set the limits: one shed per property, up to 200 sq. ft. (10 x 20), with 5-foot rear and side yard setbacks and no placement in the front yard. A shed larger than 200 sq. ft. falls outside those regulations, so confirm with Zoning first.
Verified against official sources · Last verified: September 19, 2026
Do You Need a Permit?
Conditional — More Information NeededThe City of Hollywood requires a Building Permit for the installation or replacement of a shed. The city's shed regulations (§ 4.23) allow one shed per property, up to 200 sq. ft. (10 x 20), with 5-foot rear and side yard setbacks (0 feet if the rear adjoins an alley); a shed is not permitted in the front yard, and in a required street side yard only if surrounded by a fence and lower than the fence. A shed larger than 200 sq. ft. falls outside those shed regulations — confirm with Zoning. In a historic district, additional regulations apply.
Additional verification needed for some scenarios
PermitAhead has verified Hollywood's requirements for the specific scenario described above. Other shed scenarios fall outside the official checklist we've verified — use the checker to see which applies to your project, or confirm directly with the building department.
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Documents You May Need
- Broward County Uniform Permit Application (for General Contractor), from a licensed structural contractor or owner/builder
- If electric will be installed: a second Broward County Uniform Permit Application (Electric checked), from a licensed electrical contractor or owner/builder, with an electrical plan and riser diagram
- Current Miami-Dade Notice of Acceptance or Florida Product Approval, or construction plans detailing the scope of work signed, sealed, and dated by a Design Professional
- Survey showing the location and dimensions of the shed
- Survey affidavit, if the survey is dated up to 10 years before the permit application
- Tree Permit Application with a Tree Protection Plan, if trees are adjacent to the work area (may be required)
- Recorded Notice of Commencement, if the contract price is greater than $5,000
Conditions That Can Affect This Result
This isn't a flat rule — the outcome can depend on details specific to your project. Use the checker to get a result based on your own answers, or see the verified scenarios below.
- If the shed is 100 square feet or less: a permit is required.
- If the shed is between 101 and 200 square feet: a permit is required.
- If the shed will have electrical service: you'll also need: Electrical permit (separate application with an electrical plan and riser diagram).
- If the shed will have both electrical service and plumbing: you'll also need: Electrical permit (separate application with an electrical plan and riser diagram).
- If the property is in a historic district or designated as historic: you'll also need: Historic district review (additional regulations apply).
What to Do Next
- 1Confirm which scenario applies to your project with the building department.
- 2Once confirmed, gather the required documents for that scenario.
- 3Contact the building department for how to submit your application.
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Common Questions
How big can a shed be in Hollywood?
Hollywood's shed regulations allow one shed per property, up to 200 sq. ft. (10 x 20). A larger structure falls outside those shed regulations, so confirm with Zoning.
Where can I put a shed on my lot?
With 5-foot rear and side yard setbacks (0 feet if the rear adjoins an alley). A shed isn't permitted in the front yard, and in a required street side yard only if it is surrounded by a fence and lower than the fence.
Permit Fees
Fees vary by project scope. See the official City of Hollywood permitting resources.
Review Time
Varies by project and plan-review workload
Building Department
Building Division
Phone: 954-921-3335Email: epermits@hollywoodfl.orgAddress: 2600 Hollywood Blvd, Hollywood, FL 33020
Office Hours: Monday–Thursday, 7:00 AM–6:00 PM
Official Sources
City of Hollywood — Shed Submittal Checklist (updated 5/24/23)
hollywoodfl.org · Official PDF · verified September 19, 2026
City of Hollywood — Building Division
hollywoodfl.org · Official page · verified September 19, 2026
Source last checked: September 17, 2026
City of Hollywood — Accela Citizen Access (ACA) Permitting Portal
aca-prod.accela.com · Application · verified September 19, 2026
Source last checked: September 17, 2026
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