Palm Beach County, Florida
Tenant Improvement Contractor
Palm Beach County, FL
Tenant improvements cover a wide range — from light cosmetic refreshes to full gut renovations. We manage the full permit process and all trades under one contract. If you haven't signed your lease yet, call us first — negotiating free rent during build-out can save more than negotiating the construction price.
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Tenant improvements cover a wide range of commercial build-out types — from light cosmetic work on an existing space to a full gut renovation that strips the unit to concrete and metal studs. The scope defines everything: cost, timeline, permit requirements, and trade involvement. A GC who quotes tenant improvements without a detailed scope review is guessing, and in South Florida's commercial market, guessing tends to land owners in trouble.
One of the most valuable conversations we have with clients happens before they sign the lease. Negotiating free rent during the permit and build-out period is standard in commercial real estate — but a lot of first-time tenants don't know to ask for it. We've seen business owners pay months of rent on a space they can't occupy yet, simply because nobody told them to negotiate that protection upfront. A good TI negotiation before signing can save more money than a good construction bid after.
Tenant improvement allowances — money contributed by the landlord toward build-out costs — also have to be managed carefully. The allowance scope, draw schedule, landlord approval requirements, and what's included versus excluded all matter. We've worked as both the tenant's contractor and the landlord's contractor on TI projects. Understanding both sides of that transaction helps us navigate the process without surprises on either end.
Unincorporated Palm Beach County — areas outside any municipality — permits through the Palm Beach County Building Division, which operates separately from any city building department. This covers significant commercial territory including corridors along Military Trail, Southern Boulevard, Okeechobee Boulevard, and numerous commercial parks throughout the western and central parts of the county. The county's review process and inspection scheduling work differently than municipal departments. We've worked both county and municipal projects and understand the distinctions.
What's Included in Our TI Build-Outs
Multi-Jurisdiction Permitting
We manage permit applications with any Palm Beach County municipality — city-specific requirements, plan review processes, and inspection scheduling handled for you.
Framing & Interior Build-Out
Metal stud framing for office suites, retail configurations, medical exam rooms, and any interior partition layout required by the tenant's design.
MEP Systems
Mechanical, electrical, and plumbing coordination with licensed subcontractors throughout Palm Beach County — all work inspected and code-compliant.
Ceilings, Flooring & Finishes
ACT ceilings, drywall, LVT, carpet, tile, paint, millwork, and all interior finish materials specified by the tenant or landlord.
TI Allowance Management
We work within TI allowance structures and provide documentation landlords need for lease compliance — keeping tenants and property owners aligned.
Certificate of Occupancy
All final inspections and punch list items managed through to CO — no tenant is left waiting on paperwork to open their doors.
Why Choose Pajaziti & Associates for TI in Palm Beach County
The most important conversation in any tenant improvement project happens before construction starts — ideally before the lease is signed. Understanding the real cost to convert a space, negotiating free rent during the build-out period, and aligning the TI allowance with the actual scope are all things that matter more than the construction price itself. We've been on both sides of these projects — working for tenants and working for landlords — and that perspective helps us navigate TI projects without the surprises that kill timelines and relationships.
Tenant Improvement Project in Palm Beach County?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about our construction services in this area.
What is a tenant improvement (TI) build-out?
A tenant improvement is the construction work done to customize a leased commercial space for a specific tenant's use. This typically includes framing new walls, adding or relocating MEP systems, installing ceilings and flooring, building out restrooms and specialty areas, and finishing the space to the tenant's brand or operational standards. The scope is agreed upon between tenant and landlord in the lease, often with a TI allowance provided by the landlord to offset construction costs.
Do you pull permits for tenant improvement projects?
Yes. As the licensed GC (CBC1265699), we pull all required building permits for tenant improvement projects through the applicable city or county building department. Permitted construction protects the tenant's business, satisfies the landlord's insurance requirements, and is required for Certificate of Occupancy — which is the document that legally authorizes the business to open.
How do TI allowances work with your contract?
Tenant improvement allowances are funds provided by the landlord to offset the cost of building out the space. We document all TI work to meet the landlord's reimbursement requirements — itemized invoices, lien waivers, permit documentation — and coordinate landlord approval milestones required to release allowance disbursements. We have extensive experience working within TI allowance structures across Palm Beach County's commercial market.
How long does a typical tenant improvement take?
Timeline depends on the size and complexity of the space. A standard office or retail TI in a 1,000–3,000 SF space runs 6–10 weeks from permit issuance to CO. Specialty spaces with complex MEP — medical, food service, fitness — run 10–16 weeks. Permitting through Palm Beach County municipalities typically adds 6–10 weeks before construction begins.