LauderBuild is the City of Fort Lauderdale's Accela Citizen Access Portal (ACA). It's where our neighbors, businesses, and the general public are able to access government services online, 24/7. The LauderBuild Wizard makes submitting online easier than ever. If you're not sure where to start, just click the button to guide you to the right place.

Anyone May Use LauderBuild  to search and view record status and general information or pay fees and fines online.

However, to gain access to the full range of services provided, we recommend Registering for an Account. The process is free and easy.

Registered User Features:

• Apply for Building, Right of Way/Engineering and Planning (UDP) permits using the LauderBuild Plan Room (LPR)

• Track your permits and other City accounts

• Submit online Walk-Thru Permit applications (NOTE: You may create a Walk-Thru application at any time on LauderBuild, however THE APPLICATION WILL ONLY BE PROCESSED THE NEXT BUSINESS DAY BETWEEN 8:00 am - 9:30 am, Monday - Friday.)

• Register as a new LP / contractor with the City and keep your documentation up to date

• Apply for and renew business tax receipts

• Submit and monitor code complaints

• Register rental property, vacant property or register as a landlord

Have questions about LauderBuild services such as how to schedule inspections or pay fees? Visit the LauderBuild Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page for answers.

The LauderBuild Plan Room (LPR)

The City of Fort Lauderdale also offers digital plan review at LauderBuild and no longer accepts paper permit applications or plans for new submissions. All new submissions must now be submitted digitally. Neighbors may upload documents and manage the review process from the convenience of their home or office.

• Submit plans electronically

• View current plan review status

• Reduce in-person visits for services

• Easy to submit documents, corrections, and respond to questions

• More efficient and eco-friendly

Visit the LauderBuild Plan Room page for details, guides and tutorials.

**Remember, the City of Fort Lauderdale does not send unsolicited correspondence asking for money or sensitive personal information, the Development Services Department does not take any form of payment over the phone and we’ll never threaten you. Also, no government agency will ever demand that you pay by gift card, wiring money, or digital currency. The City of Fort Lauderdale would never contact you asking for personal details, such as bank account information, credit and debit card numbers, social security numbers, or passwords.