Orange County Florida Notice of Commencement: Complete Guide
Building in Orange County or the greater Orlando area? Here's everything you need to file your NOC correctly with the Orange County Comptroller.
Important Note
Orange County uses the Comptroller's Office for recording — not the Clerk of Courts as in most other Florida counties. Additionally, even if your building permit comes from the City of Orlando, the NOC is recorded with the Orange County Comptroller.
Recording Office
| Agency | Orange County Comptroller — Recording Section |
| Address | 200 S. Orange Avenue, Suite 1600, Orlando, FL 32801 |
| Hours | Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. (verify current hours) |
| eRecording | Available — File and Go submits electronically |
| Online Records | myorangeclerk.com → Official Records |
Orange County-Specific Form Requirements
- Contractor's State License Number: Strongly recommended; required for most project types.
- Building Permit Number: Include when available — strongly recommended.
- 3-inch top margin on first page, 1-inch on all other sides.
- Paper Size: 8.5" × 11" preferred; 8.5" × 14" also accepted.
File and Go
File and Go eRecords with the Orange County Comptroller's Office. Same-day turnaround, RecordReady™ review, and certified copy delivery for every filing.
Recording Fees
| Item | Fee |
|---|---|
| First page | $10.00 |
| Each additional page | $8.50 |
| Indexing (per name over 4) | $1.00 per additional name |
| Certified copy | $2.00 per page + $2.00 certification fee |
Fees governed by § 28.24, F.S. Verify current fees with the recording office before filing.
How to File in Orange County
- Prepare the NOC — include contractor license number, permit number, full legal description, and lender information if applicable.
- Have the owner sign before a Florida notary (or use Notary Connect for remote signing).
- Record via eRecording (recommended), in-person at the Comptroller's office at 200 S. Orange Ave., Suite 1600, or by mail.
- Post a certified copy at the job site before work begins.
- Deliver a copy to your construction lender before requesting the first draw.
The Orange County Comptroller accepts eRecording through approved submitters including File and Go. Benefits: electronic confirmation same day, no wait times, certified copy by email.
🟢 How File and Go Handles Orange County NOCs
Orange County-Ready Form
Includes all required fields — license number, permit number, proper margins.
RecordReady™
We check against Orange County's specific criteria before electronic submission.
eRecord Direct
We submit directly to the recording office — no lines, no parking, no lost mail.
Fast Confirmation
Instrument number and certified copy delivered by email same business day in most cases.
Common Orange County NOC Mistakes
- Submitting to the wrong agency: Orange County uses the Comptroller, not the Clerk of Courts. Sending to the wrong agency causes significant delays.
- Confusing city permits with county recording: Even if your permit is from the City of Orlando, the NOC is recorded with the Orange County Comptroller.
- Not including the permit number: Orange County's building division works closely with the Comptroller — include it to streamline the process.