Custom Sheds in Volusia County, FL — No Permit Required Up to 480 Sq Ft

Big news for Volusia County homeowners: as of June 5, 2025, residential sheds of 480 square feet or smaller no longer require a building permit in unincorporated Volusia County. That’s a 20×24 shed — permit free. Handcrafted Sheds & More has built hundreds of sheds across Volusia County and we’re ready to move fast for you.

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Volusia County’s Permit Exemption — What It Means for You

On May 6, 2025, the Volusia County Council approved a revision to Chapter 72 of the Volusia County Code of Ordinances eliminating the permit requirement for sheds of 480 square feet or smaller. The ordinance went into effect June 5, 2025.

This means:

  • Sheds up to 480 sq ft = NO building permit required in unincorporated Volusia County
  • No waiting, no paperwork, we can build this week
  • You still must comply with setback requirements and zoning rules
  • This exemption covers unincorporated Volusia County — cities like Daytona Beach and Deltona may have separate rules. Call us and we’ll confirm your specific address.

For sheds over 480 sq ft, a standard permit is required — see our permit service options below.

How We Handle the Permit Process

When your shed requires a permit, we offer two options depending on how involved you want to be:

OPTION 1 — Full Permit Service

We handle absolutely everything. You don’t have to deal with the county, fill out a single form, or make a single phone call. We take care of it all from start to finish.

What’s included:

  • Florida Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) stamped and sealed construction drawings
  • All permit documentation prepared and submitted correctly
  • We handle all communication with the county or city building department
  • We coordinate all required inspections
  • Final inspection approval obtained before the project is considered complete

Cost:

  • Engineer-sealed plans: $350 for standard sheds / up to $600 for custom or complex sheds
  • Full Permit Service fee: 15% of the shed price
  • County/city permit fees: Set by the local government and paid by the owner (these fees vary and can change)
  • Note: Any additional permits, reviews, surveys, or special requirements beyond the standard permit are the responsibility of the owner

OPTION 2 — Owner Builder Permit Assistance

You take on the role of owner-builder, which means you are responsible for obtaining the permit and paying the county/city fees directly. We guide you through every step of the process so you never feel lost or overwhelmed.

What’s included:

  • Engineer-sealed construction drawings provided by us
  • We walk you through every document you need to fill out
  • We help you submit everything correctly to avoid delays or rejections
  • We are available to answer questions throughout the entire process

Cost:

  • Engineer-sealed plans: $350 for standard sheds / up to $600 for custom or complex sheds
  • County/city permit fees: Paid directly by you to the local government

 

Not sure which option is right for you? Call us and we’ll walk you through it.

Custom Sheds We Build in Volusia County

Gable Shed, Gambrel Shed, Lean-To Shed, Shed With Front Porch, Shed With Side Porch — all built with coastal-grade materials.

Custom gable shed built on-site in Central Florida.

Gable Shed

Classic design, maximum storage, available in any size.

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Gambrel Shed

Barn-style roof with extra headroom and loft space.

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Lean-To Shed

Perfect for tight side yards.

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Shed With Front Porch

Curb appeal and covered outdoor space.

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Shed With Side Porch

Covered side access.

Interior view of a custom shed built on-site in Orlando featuring solid wood framing.

Built On-Site in One Day

  • No fence removal required
  • No permit required for sheds up to 480 sq ft in unincorporated Volusia County
  • One day build
  • Payment at completion only
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Cities We Serve in Volusia County

Daytona Beach, Port Orange, South Daytona, Ormond Beach, Holly Hill, Deltona, Orange City, DeLand, New Smyrna Beach, Edgewater, Oak Hill, Ponce Inlet, and all surrounding Volusia County communities.

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Financing & Rent-to-Own Available

  • Rent-to-Own through RTO National — no credit check required, starting as low as $99/month
  • Traditional Financing through Backyard Finance — soft credit check, fast approval

Handcrafted Sheds & More serves all of Volusia County. All sheds built on-site. Travel fees may apply beyond 1 hour of Orlando.