What We Build & Repair in Sarasota
- Siesta Key coastal remodels & restoration
- Downtown & Southside Village renovations
- Storm and water damage restoration
- New construction near Lakewood Ranch
- Kitchen, bathroom & whole-home projects
Navigating City vs. County Jurisdiction
City of Sarasota and unincorporated county projects follow different permitting paths, and knowing which applies to your address before you start planning saves real time. We confirm the applicable jurisdiction before any permit is submitted.
"Siesta Key's coastal construction control line review is a step most inland Sarasota projects never encounter - factoring it in early keeps a beachfront project on schedule."
Older Housing Stock Downtown
Older Southside Village and downtown-adjacent homes often need added scoping care - checking existing electrical capacity, foundation condition, and whether prior renovations were permitted correctly - before we finalize a remodel or restoration plan. Unpermitted work from a previous owner is more common in these older neighborhoods than homeowners often expect, and catching it during our initial assessment is far better than discovering it mid-project once walls are already open.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Sarasota have different permitting rules depending on location?
Yes - City of Sarasota and unincorporated Sarasota County projects follow different permitting paths. We confirm which applies to your specific address.
Do Siesta Key properties face extra review for construction?
Often, yes. Siesta Key's Gulf-front location can trigger coastal construction control line review for additions and exterior work near the beach.
Do you work on older homes near downtown Sarasota?
Yes - older Southside Village and downtown-adjacent homes are a regular part of our work, and we scope them with extra care for existing conditions.
Do you handle condo and townhome projects downtown, not just single-family homes?
Yes, though condo and townhome projects typically involve an association review step alongside standard city permitting, which we factor into your timeline.
What if a previous owner did unpermitted work on my home?
It's more common than you'd think in older Sarasota neighborhoods. We check for it during our initial assessment so it's addressed as part of the project rather than discovered mid-renovation.
Looking for "general contractor near me" or a "Sarasota remodeling contractor"? We're a phone call away, and since we're already serving Venice and Bradenton nearby, scheduling is usually easy to fit in.