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Code Violation Repair Services in Fort Lauderdale

Roofing Violations

Unpermitted roof work, failed inspections, after-the-fact permits

General Construction

Any unpermitted work, open permits, lien resolution

Structural Violations

Unpermitted additions, structural modifications

Window & Door Violations

Impact window permits, non-compliant installations

Plumbing Violations

Unpermitted plumbing work, inspection failures

Emergency Violations

Stop-work orders, daily fines, urgent compliance

FAQ

Fort Lauderdale Code Violations — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about building code violations in Fort Lauderdale — from Special Magistrate hearings and LauderBuild permits to daily fines, liens, waterfront properties, and rental certificate compliance.

Fort Lauderdale code violations start with citations of $50–$250 for first offenses and $100–$500 for repeat violations. Once a case is referred to the Special Magistrate — a licensed attorney appointed by the City Commission — daily fines of up to $500 per day are assessed with no cap until the violation is officially closed. Real cases in 2025 have resulted in property owners accumulating tens of thousands of dollars in fines over violations that could have been resolved in weeks. AGK initiates the permit process immediately after your free inspection to stop fines from accumulating.
Yes. After the Special Magistrate rules on your case, any unpaid fines become a recorded lien on your property title. That lien attaches to the property — not just to you as the owner — meaning it must be satisfied before the property can be sold, refinanced, or transferred. Fort Lauderdale liens appear in title searches and will stop any closing. AGK resolves the underlying violation so the lien can be formally closed, and we assist with lien reduction documentation where applicable.
LauderBuild is the City of Fort Lauderdale's online permit and code enforcement portal — a publicly searchable database of all building permits, code cases, and inspection records. Buyers' attorneys, real estate agents, mortgage lenders, and title companies routinely search LauderBuild during the inspection period of any sale. An open violation, expired permit, or failed inspection in LauderBuild will appear immediately and can delay or kill a closing. AGK files all permits directly through LauderBuild and tracks your case status throughout the resolution process.
The Special Magistrate is a licensed Florida attorney appointed by the Fort Lauderdale City Commission. At the hearing, you present your case and the Code Enforcement Officer presents the violation evidence. The Magistrate reviews everything, sets a compliance deadline, and establishes daily fines that apply if that deadline is missed — up to $500 per day with no cap. The Magistrate can also subpoena records and witnesses. Having a licensed contractor actively working on resolution before the hearing — with permits already filed in LauderBuild — significantly improves the outcome. AGK accompanies clients to Special Magistrate hearings when needed.
It depends on your property's exact location. Properties within Fort Lauderdale city limits are handled by the City of Fort Lauderdale Development Services Department using LauderBuild. Properties in unincorporated Broward County fall under the Broward County Building Division at 2307 West Broward Blvd. Surrounding cities — Wilton Manors, Oakland Park, Pompano Beach — each have their own separate building departments. AGK identifies the correct jurisdiction for your property immediately and files with the right department, avoiding the costly delays that come from filing in the wrong place.
Yes. In Florida, code violations and open permits attach to the property, not to the previous owner. When you purchased the property, you assumed responsibility for resolving any existing violations — regardless of when the unpermitted work was done or who did it. This is one of the most common situations AGK resolves in Fort Lauderdale, particularly for buyers who discover violations after closing. AGK performs a full LauderBuild and permit history search, identifies all open violations, and resolves them under one licensed contract.
Yes. Fort Lauderdale requires rental properties to maintain code compliance to obtain and renew a Certificate of Use. Open building code violations can result in your rental certificate being denied or revoked — directly impacting your rental income. This is especially critical for landlords with multiple units, as a violation on one property can affect your entire BTR portfolio. AGK prioritizes rental property violations and works efficiently to get your property back into compliance and your certificate reinstated as quickly as possible.
Yes — this is one of the most common situations we handle in Fort Lauderdale. Many properties built in the 1960s through 1990s have additions, garage conversions, or enclosed porches that were never permitted. The solution is an after-the-fact permit filed through LauderBuild: we inspect the existing structure, determine what corrections are needed to meet current Florida Building Code, complete the required work, submit for permit, and schedule the final inspection. As the current owner you are responsible for resolving these regardless of when the work was done — but AGK handles the entire process from start to finish.
Fort Lauderdale's extensive canal and waterfront system creates additional regulatory complexity. Structures near the water may require review from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, the Army Corps of Engineers, or the South Florida Water Management District — in addition to standard LauderBuild city and county permits. Docks, seawalls, and any construction within the coastal construction control line face additional setback and permitting requirements. AGK Construction & Roofing has direct experience with waterfront violation scenarios in Fort Lauderdale and coordinates with every agency involved in your specific property situation.
Fort Lauderdale is within Florida's wind-borne debris region, which requires all new window and door installations to meet Florida Building Code wind resistance standards. If your violation involves windows or doors installed without permits or with non-compliant products, the correction requires properly rated impact windows or doors with current Florida product approvals. AGK supplies and installs code-compliant impact windows and doors through our active Glass & Glazing license (SCC-131153361) and manages all LauderBuild permit and inspection requirements for window-related violations.
AGK Construction & Roofing serves all of Fort Lauderdale and Broward County and can typically schedule a free on-site inspection within 24 to 48 hours of your call. For urgent cases involving stop-work orders, an upcoming Special Magistrate hearing, escalating daily fines, or an approaching property closing, call us directly at (954) 807-3455 and we will make your case a priority. Every day a violation stays open costs you money — the sooner we start, the sooner fines stop.

Fort Lauderdale Building Code Violation Contractor

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AGK Construction & Roofing is a licensed general contractor specializing in building code violation resolution for residential and commercial properties throughout Fort Lauderdale and Broward County. We hold five active Florida contractor licenses — roofing, general construction, plumbing, glass & glazing, and mechanical — allowing us to resolve virtually every type of violation on your Fort Lauderdale property under one contract, one permit process, and one coordinated inspection schedule.

Fort Lauderdale's code cases are heard by a Special Magistrate — a licensed attorney appointed by the City Commission with full authority to assess fines of up to $500 per day and order liens recorded against your property title. Once the Special Magistrate rules, fines accumulate with no cap until the violation is officially closed. The City of Fort Lauderdale Community Enhancement & Compliance Division is housed at Riverbend Corporate Park, 2307 West Broward Blvd, Suite 300 — and it actively enforces roofing, structural, plumbing, mechanical, and unpermitted construction violations across the city. In 2025, the Fort Lauderdale Code Enforcement Board pursued maximum penalties against multiple property owners — including a $1,000/day fine against an assisted living facility that began renovation without permits. Act before your case escalates.

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⚠️ Fort Lauderdale Fines: Up to $500 Per Day — No Cap After Special Magistrate Hearing.

The City of Fort Lauderdale Community Enhancement & Compliance Division enforces violations aggressively — and once a case reaches the Special Magistrate, daily fines begin with no ceiling. Real 2025 cases in Fort Lauderdale have resulted in property owners facing tens of thousands of dollars in fines over violations that could have been resolved in weeks. Unresolved violations also block every sale, refinance, and rental certificate renewal on your property.

  • Daily fines up to $500/day after Special Magistrate hearing — no cap
  • Liens recorded against your property title block all closings and refinancing
  • First offenses: $50–$250 citation · Repeat violations: $100–$500
  • Fort Lauderdale Code Board actively pursues harshest penalties for non-compliance
  • Unpermitted construction includes roofing, A/C, mechanical, windows, additions, and electrical

Building Code Violations in Fort Lauderdale — What You Need to Know

Fort Lauderdale properties fall under one of two enforcement jurisdictions depending on location. Properties within Fort Lauderdale city limits are handled by the City of Fort Lauderdale Development Services Department, which uses the LauderBuild online portal for permits, inspections, and code case tracking. Properties in unincorporated Broward County fall under the Broward County Building Division at 2307 West Broward Blvd. Surrounding cities — Wilton Manors, Oakland Park, Pompano Beach, Deerfield Beach — each operate their own independent building departments.

Fort Lauderdale is located in Florida's wind-borne debris region, meaning all roofing, windows, and exterior doors must meet Florida Building Code wind resistance standards. All permits are managed through LauderBuild — a public online portal where buyers, agents, and title companies can search your permit history before any closing. Fort Lauderdale property owners commonly receive violations for:

Roof replacement without City of Fort Lauderdale permits
Non-compliant windows in wind-borne debris region
Unpermitted additions or room enclosures
Expired LauderBuild permits never closed from previous work
Unpermitted plumbing or electrical work
Mechanical/HVAC work without permits
Garage or carport conversions without permits
Structural modifications without engineer approval
Waterfront property dock or seawall violations

Fort Lauderdale Special Magistrate — What Property Owners Must Know

The Special Magistrate is a licensed Florida attorney appointed by the Fort Lauderdale City Commission. Once your case is referred to the Magistrate, you face a formal quasi-judicial hearing — and the outcome directly determines your daily fine rate and lien risk. The Magistrate has authority to:

  • Subpoena witnesses and construction records
  • Set compliance deadlines and impose daily fines up to $500/day with no cap
  • Order liens recorded against your property title immediately upon ruling
  • Refer cases for criminal enforcement in extreme non-compliance situations

Having a licensed contractor actively working on your violation — with permits already filed in LauderBuild — before your hearing significantly improves the outcome. AGK begins the permit filing process immediately after the free inspection, and we accompany clients through the Special Magistrate process when needed. Call (954) 807-3455 before your hearing date.

Fort Lauderdale & Broward County Violation Fines

Fort Lauderdale violations escalate from the Community Enhancement & Compliance Division to the Special Magistrate, who has authority to impose daily fines and record liens against your property. Here is what you face if a violation is left unresolved:

Violation Type Initial Penalty Daily Fine After Magistrate Lien Risk
Work Without a Permit $50–$250 citation Up to $500/day — no cap Yes — recorded against title
Repeat Violation (same code) $100–$500 Higher rate per Magistrate order Yes
Stop Work Order Violation Immediate enforcement Up to $1,000/day in extreme cases Yes + possible criminal referral
Expired LauderBuild Permit Double permit fee minimum Accumulates until officially closed Yes
Health & Safety Violations County can abate & bill owner Per Magistrate enforcement order Yes — abatement costs become liens
Rental Certificate of Use Violation BTR/certificate denied or revoked Ongoing until compliance Yes + rental income at risk
All fines ordered by the Special Magistrate become recorded liens on your Fort Lauderdale property. Contact the Community Enhancement & Compliance Division at (954) 828-5207 or [email protected]. AGK handles all city and county communication on your behalf — you don't deal with the building department directly at any stage.

Fort Lauderdale Property Types We Handle

Fort Lauderdale has one of the most diverse real estate portfolios in Broward County — from Las Olas waterfront estates and downtown high-rises to older Progresso Village bungalows and commercial corridors along Federal Highway and Sunrise Boulevard. Each property type carries different violation risks.

🏠 Single Family Homes
  • Roofing violations
  • Unpermitted additions
  • Garage conversions
  • Impact window compliance
  • After-the-fact permits
🚤 Waterfront Properties
  • Dock & seawall permits
  • Boathouse violations
  • Coastal construction compliance
  • Flood zone corrections
  • Unpermitted waterfront work
🏢 Condominiums
  • Unit interior violations
  • Balcony & railing issues
  • 40-year recertification
  • HOA-mandated corrections
  • Common area violations
🏘️ Multi-Family & Duplexes
  • Rental property violations
  • Unpermitted unit additions
  • Plumbing corrections
  • Certificate of use violations
  • BTR compliance issues
🏗️ Commercial Properties
  • Storefront glazing permits
  • Structural violations
  • Roof & waterproofing
  • Mechanical/HVAC permits
  • ADA compliance corrections
🔑 Investment Properties
  • Pre-sale violation clearance
  • Inherited open LauderBuild permits
  • Multi-unit compliance
  • Bulk violation resolution
  • Fast turnaround for closings

Code Violations We Resolve in Fort Lauderdale & Broward County

AGK Construction & Roofing holds five active Florida contractor licenses — covering roofing, general construction, plumbing, glass & glazing, and mechanical. We resolve virtually every type of building code violation on Fort Lauderdale properties under one contract, saving you the cost and complexity of hiring and coordinating multiple licensed contractors.

  • Roofing violations — shingle, flat, tile and metal roofing systems throughout Fort Lauderdale
  • Impact window & door violations — wind-borne debris region compliance for all Broward properties
  • Plumbing violations — unpermitted work, failed inspections, after-the-fact permits
  • Mechanical violations — HVAC systems, ductwork, and mechanical equipment without permits (CMC-1251836)
  • Structural violations — unpermitted additions, garage conversions, enclosed porches
  • Glass & glazing violations — storefronts, sliding doors, curtain walls, balcony railings
  • After-the-fact permits for work completed by previous owners or contractors
  • Open permit closure — expired LauderBuild permits never finalized or inspected
  • Stop-work order resolution with City of Fort Lauderdale Development Services
  • Waterfront property violations — dock permits, seawall corrections, coastal compliance
  • 40-year and 50-year building recertification repair work
  • Lien resolution assistance for properties with recorded Broward County violation liens
  • Rental Certificate of Use violations — fast resolution to protect rental income
Fort Lauderdale uses LauderBuild — an online portal for permits, inspections, and code case tracking. AGK files all permits directly through LauderBuild and monitors your case status throughout the process. You don't need to navigate the system yourself.

Fort Lauderdale & Broward Building Departments — Who Issued Your Violation?

City of Fort Lauderdale Development Services 100 N Andrews Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Building: (954) 828-5674
Code Enforcement: (954) 828-5207
Email: [email protected]
Online: LauderBuild portal
Permit history publicly searchable
Community Enhancement & Compliance Division Riverbend Corporate Park
2307 West Broward Blvd, Suite 300
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312
Handles all code enforcement hearings and Special Magistrate referrals for Fort Lauderdale properties
Broward County Building Division 2307 W Broward Blvd, Ste 300
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312
(954) 765-4400
Handles unincorporated Broward County properties outside city limits
Fort Lauderdale Special Magistrate Cases escalated from Community Enhancement go to the Special Magistrate — a licensed attorney who can impose up to $500/day fines and order liens. AGK works to resolve violations before escalation and accompanies clients to hearings when needed.

How We Resolve Fort Lauderdale Code Violations — 5 Steps

1
Free On-Site Inspection at Your Fort Lauderdale Property
We visit your property within 24–48 hours, review your violation notice or LauderBuild code case, and give you a clear written assessment of exactly what is required to achieve compliance — no cost, no obligation.
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Permit Application Through LauderBuild or Broward County
We prepare and submit all permit applications through the correct system — LauderBuild for city properties, Broward County portal for unincorporated areas — including all required drawings, engineer letters, and product documentation. Filing before your Special Magistrate hearing demonstrates active compliance and often reduces or delays fines.
3
Licensed Code-Compliant Repairs
Our licensed crew completes all required corrections using Florida Building Code compliant methods and wind-borne debris region approved materials — roofing, general, plumbing, glazing, and mechanical all covered under our five active Florida licenses.
4
City or County Inspection & LauderBuild Sign-Off
We schedule inspections through LauderBuild or Broward County and remain on-site during inspection to ensure the work passes and all permits are officially closed out in the system — stopping fines immediately.
5
Full Violation Closure Documentation
We provide complete written documentation confirming the violation is officially resolved with the City of Fort Lauderdale or Broward County — essential for property sales, refinancing, insurance renewals, and rental certificate reinstatement.

Selling a Fort Lauderdale Property? Clear Violations Before Closing

Fort Lauderdale is one of the most active real estate markets in Broward County — and open code violations are a leading cause of delayed or failed closings. Because LauderBuild is publicly searchable, buyers' attorneys and title companies check your permit history before any offer is finalized. When open violations or expired permits are found:

  • Mortgage lenders refuse to fund until all violations are cleared from LauderBuild
  • Title insurance cannot be issued on properties with recorded Special Magistrate liens
  • Buyers demand price reductions to offset the cost of corrections
  • Closing dates get pushed back while violations are resolved
  • Waterfront properties face additional scrutiny — dock and seawall permits must all be current
  • Rental certificates cannot be renewed or transferred while violations are open
AGK works directly with Fort Lauderdale real estate agents and closing attorneys to resolve violations on tight pre-closing timelines. If you have a closing date approaching, call (954) 807-3455 immediately — we prioritize pre-closing cases. AGK also handles full roof replacements in Fort Lauderdale for sellers who need a new roof before listing.

Free Violation Consultation — Fort Lauderdale & Broward County

We inspect, permit, repair, and close violations — all five trades, one contractor, one call.

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Fort Lauderdale Areas & Broward County Cities We Serve

Downtown Fort Lauderdale Las Olas Victoria Park Rio Vista Sailboat Bend Flagler Village Progresso Village Wilton Manors Oakland Park Pompano Beach Deerfield Beach Lauderdale-by-the-Sea Tamarac Lauderhill North Lauderdale Margate Coconut Creek Coral Springs Sunrise Plantation Davie Weston Hallandale Beach Dania Beach

Why Fort Lauderdale Property Owners Choose AGK Construction

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5 active Florida licenses — roofing, general, plumbing, glazing & mechanical under one contract
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Direct experience with LauderBuild and Broward County permit systems
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Special Magistrate hearing support — we accompany clients when needed
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Wind-borne debris region certified — all materials meet Broward code standards
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11+ years resolving violations across Fort Lauderdale and all of Broward County
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Free on-site inspection — typically within 24–48 hours
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Waterfront property experience — docks, seawalls, coastal compliance
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5★ Google rated — 500+ violations resolved across South Florida
Florida Contractor Licenses — All Active & Verified:
Roofing: CCC-1335099 General: CGC-1534839 Plumbing: CFC-1434412 Glass & Glazing: SCC-131153361 Mechanical: CMC-1251836

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