Please submit your notarized Pass-Through Ordinance Agreement
with ALL applications.
Applications will not be processed without this form.
Information
The following information has been prepared to assist you in preparation, submission and procedural requirements when filling out an application for plan review. The Department of Planning, Zoning and Development will review applications, where permitted by ordinance, for the City of DeBary.
Where to file
The Department of Planning, Zoning, and Development
DeBary City Hall | 16 Colomba Road | DeBary, Florida 32713
T (386) 668-2040 | F (386) 668-9743
Contact Information
Zoning and Land Development
Ms. Rebecca Hammock
T (386) 668-2040 | F (386) 668-9743
8:30 AM to 5:00 PM Weekdays
What's Included
The development process includes actions relating to land use, new construction and structure rehabilitation. These types of activities include the following:
- Zoning and future land use
- Site plan review and subdivision platting
- Floodplain information
The City’s development regulations are contained within the DeBary Land Development Code which includes the uses permitted, minimum yard setbacks, maximum height regulations, Gateway Corridor Standards, landscape standards, parking requirements, and other development regulations.
Land intending to be sold in lot/parcels must be subdivided according to Florida Statutes, Chapter 177. The City’s Land Development Code specifies the requirements for platting lots in the City. Plats address storm water collection, streets, utilities, ownership of common areas, etc., and are legally binding on all included property. Platting occurs before site plan review and building permitting.
For most types of applications, a site development plan must be submitted that indicates the location and size of the proposed buildings and site improvements. All properties must be zoned appropriately prior to development. Copies of the City’s Land Development Code can be downloaded by clicking here A building permit must be obtained before any building or structure is erected or remodeled. Building permits in DeBary are issued by the DeBary Building Department.
For more information on permits please contact:
DeBary Building Official
debarybuildingofficial@debary.org
Pre-Application Meeting
Prior to submitting an application, the City requires each applicant and/or representative to attend a Pre-Application Meeting.
In order to arrange a Pre-Application Meeting, please contact the Department of Planning, Zoning and Development at 386-668-2040. The Pre-Application Meeting will be attended by:
- Ms. Rebecca Hammock, Planning & Zoning
- Other representatives from City Departments may be in attendance on a case-by-case basis.
Pre-Application Meeting Questionnaire
You may view and download the Pre-Application Meeting Form by clicking here.
You will need to complete the Form and submit it two (2) business days prior to the meeting to:
The Department of Planning, Zoning and Development
DeBary City Hall | 16 Colomba Road | DeBary, Florida 32713
T (386) 668-2040 | F (386) 668-9743
The Meeting
At the meeting, the City staff will highlight areas where the application may need additional attention prior to submission and will also review the site plan process.
The application and/or representative shall bring a draft concept plan to illustrate the proposed project and should be prepared to discuss the following topics.
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The Purpose
The purpose of the Meeting is to attempt to identify any potential deficiencies and to highlight major, potentially time-consuming issues for the applicant to address prior to submitting a formal application for review.
The Application
An application for plan review will then need to be completed. Please view the list of applications in this section and download the appropriate Application.
Comment Checklist
Please be advised that BEFORE you can re-submit your application for final review, comments from ALL the applicable reviewing parties must be made and the comment checklist must be checked off and then signed by the applicant.
Business Tax Receipt
On December 15, 2010, the City of DeBary enacted Ordinance # 10-10 establishing a local business tax. A Business Tax Receipt was formally known as a Business License or Occupational License.
Business tax receipts are payable on October 1st of each year. Reminder notices are sent out in August and payment must be received by September 30th to avoid penalties. Any new business tax receipt processed after April 1st will be issued at one-half the annual fee due.
Please note that it is a violation of City code to operate a business in the City of DeBary without first paying your local business taxes and obtaining a business tax receipt. Also, please note that a Volusia County Business Tax Receipt (BTR) is also required. The City issued approval number will be needed when applying for your Volusia County BTR.
You may obtain a copy of the City’s Business Tax Receipt Application here
You may obtain a copy of Volusia County’s Business Tax Receipt Application at: http://volusia.org/revenue/BTRinfo.htm
