Orlando Construction
& Permit Services
MKC serves Orlando's vast residential and commercial market with permits, construction, engineering, and code compliance. Central Florida's largest city generates enormous volumes of construction permit activity across every project type.
Flood Zone Data
FEMA Flood Risk in Orlando
Orlando has moderate flood risk from its numerous lakes, the Little Econ River, Shingle Creek, and other drainage systems. Approximately 12% of properties are within FEMA's SFHA. Rapid growth and extensive impervious surfaces have increased localized stormwater flooding risk in many neighborhoods, even outside the formal SFHA.
SFHA Coverage
12%
Flood Risk Level
Moderate
Flood Zones
AE, AH, X (500-year)
County
Orange County
Services Available in Orlando
- Flood Permits & FEMA Compliance
- After-the-Fact Permits
- Structural Engineering & Inspections
- General Construction
- Commercial Buildout & Renovation
- Open Permit Closeouts & Code Violations
- Electrical · Plumbing · Gas · HVAC
- Sinkhole Remediation
Local Expertise
Orlando FAQ
Common questions about permits, flood compliance, and construction in Orlando.
What flood risk does Orlando face?
Orlando has moderate flood risk with approximately 12% SFHA coverage concentrated along lake margins, the Little Econ River, Shingle Creek, and drainage systems. Most urban areas are Zone X, but localized flooding affects many neighborhoods during heavy rainfall due to flat terrain and extensive impervious surfaces.
Does MKC handle permits with the City of Orlando?
Yes. MKC manages permits through the City of Orlando's Permitting Services division. We handle residential, commercial, and specialized construction permits including floodplain development permits for lake-adjacent projects.
What commercial construction does MKC do in Orlando?
MKC handles commercial buildouts, tenant improvements, restaurant construction, medical office build-outs, retail renovations, and engineering projects throughout Orlando. The downtown, Mills/50, and Curry Ford corridors are active markets for our services.
Can MKC handle after-the-fact permits in Orlando?
Yes. MKC handles ATF permits throughout Orange County and the City of Orlando for unpermitted additions, structural changes, electrical upgrades, and accessory structures. We manage the full resolution process with the applicable jurisdiction.
Does MKC serve the greater Orlando metro area beyond the city?
Yes. MKC serves the full Orlando metro including Kissimmee, Sanford, Apopka, Winter Park, and surrounding Orange, Osceola, Seminole, and Lake counties. We handle permits with all applicable municipalities and counties in the region.
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