This page helps with a Collier County, Florida permit search by showing where to look for current permits, older permit history, and open permit status details.

The main online resource is the Collier County GMCD Public Portal, with related help from the Growth Management Community Development Department, Records, Building Permit Resolution Services, and the Collier County Property Appraiser.

For 2011 to present CityView permits, use the GMCD Public Portal. Current permits may be searched by address through “Search for a Property” or by permit number through “Status and Fees” under the application group.

  • Property address when searching by property
  • Permit number when checking permit status and fees

Use the permit search page when you already have permit details or need to look up permit status through the county portal.

  • Open the search permit status and fees page.
  • Complete any portal captcha or sign-in step shown by CityView.
  • Enter the permit number or use the property search option from the portal navigation.
  • Review the permit status, fees, inspections, and available public information shown for the record.

Portal access note: JavaScript must be enabled for the GMCD Public Portal, and registered users must be logged in to view building permit and planning review comments.

Permit history by record period

Collier County routes permit history differently depending on the age of the permit record.

Permit period Where to search What to know
2011 to present GMCD Public Portal Search by address using “Search for a Property” or by permit number using “Status and Fees.”
1989 to 2011 External CD-Plus Search Use only as a reference. It generates permits from 1989 through 2011, and large portions of permit data are not current.
Prior to 1989 Collier County Property Appraiser Use Property Search, then check the Detail tab for permit numbers. Permit documents can be obtained through a public records request.

Open permit status checks

A historical permit review may be used during a property sale to check whether open permits are associated with the property. Open permits may affect the sale of a property.

Permit statuses of COED, Finaled, Abandoned, Denied, or Cancelled are closed and require no further action. A permit in another status is treated as open and may require follow-up.

For more detail on status meanings, review the county’s permit status explanations.

Older or unclear permit records

For permits before 1989, the Property Appraiser record may list permit numbers on the Detail tab. A permit is read as the year applied followed by the permit number, such as 88-02967.

If there is no date in the CO Date column, the permit is open. Property cards are shown on the Cards tab, and permit documents can be requested through a public records request.

For permits from 1989 to 2011, use CD-Plus only as a reference and verify closure in the Public Portal when possible.

Resolving an open permit

When a permit appears open, gather as much permit information as possible before contacting county staff. Useful details include the permit number, property address, owner information, and any status or condition shown in the portal.

Collier County lists three practical follow-up paths: request the permit file record from the Records Room, request a property card from the Property Appraiser, and contact Building Permit Resolution Services.

Permit search contacts

Use these contacts for permit history questions, public record requests, property card help, and open permit resolution.

  • Growth Management Community Development Department, 2800 N. Horseshoe Drive, Naples, FL 34104
    Customer Service: (239) 252-2400
    Permit Intake: (239) 252-2400
  • Records
    Records Main Number: (239) 252-5730
    Permit file requests: GMDPublicRecordRequest@collier.gov
  • Building Permit Resolution Services
    Main Number: (239) 252-2493
    Email: BPRS@collier.gov
  • Collier County Property Appraiser Main Office, 3950 Radio Road, Naples, FL 34104-3750
    Phone: (239) 252-8141
  • GMCD Public Portal training
    Email: GMDTraining@collier.gov

Common questions

Where do I search Collier County permits from 2011 to present?

Use the GMCD Public Portal. Search by address through “Search for a Property” or by permit number through “Status and Fees.”

How do I know whether a Collier County permit is closed?

Statuses of COED, Finaled, Abandoned, Denied, or Cancelled are closed. Other statuses are treated as open and may require additional action.

What should I do if I find an open permit?

Gather the permit number, property address, and status details. Then request the permit file from Records, request a property card from the Property Appraiser if needed, or contact Building Permit Resolution Services.

How are permits from 1989 to 2011 handled?

Use the External CD-Plus Search as a reference only. It covers permits from 1989 through 2011, but some data is not current, so verify closure in the Public Portal when possible.

Where can I look for pre-1989 permits?

Use the Collier County Property Appraiser Property Search. Permit numbers, including pre-1989 permits, are listed on the Detail tab when available.

Can I view permit review comments online?

Building permit and planning review comments require a registered Collier County portal user account and login.