Bartow / Florida / United States
The Polk County Building Division reviews applications for building and construction permits for compliance with applicable building codes. The division permits and conducts inspection of new construction sites and remodeled properties. It also inspects the repair of mobile homes and single-family residences. The division issues contractor licenses and investigates complaints against licensed contractors. It is a part of the Polk County, Fla., which also operates business development, code enforcement, community health and social services, land development and fleet management divisions. With its main office in Bartow, Fla., the Polk County Building Division maintains satellite offices in Winter Haven and Lakeland, Fla.
