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Below you can find links to Building Codes and Authorities Having Jurisdiction for the state of Florida.

This information is obtained directly to the source -- the city, county and state building departments that issue these codes. If you find an error, please send an e-mail with the updated information to RCDWebmaster@ReedBusiness.com.

Additional Resources

Florida has a statewide building code; under certain strictly defined conditions, local governments may amend requirements to be more stringent than the code.
Code Alert: The 2007 Florida Building Code becomes effective March 1, 2009. More information is available here.

Florida Building Codes

Code TypeCode ModelAmendment Contact
Building/Dwelling CodeFlorida Building Code 2007 (2006 IBC)Online
Structural CodeFlorida Building Code 2007 (2006 IBC)Online
Plumbing CodeFlorida Building Code 2007 (2006 IPC)Online
Mechanical CodeFlorida Building Code 2007 (2006 IMC) Online
Electrical CodeNEC 2005Online
Fire/Life Safety CodeFlorida Fire Prevention CodeOnline
Accessibility CodeADAAG (Florida State Accessibility Code)Dept. of Community Affairs, (850) 487-1824
Local jurisdictions may not amend
Energy CodeASHRAE 90.1-2004Online
Local jurisdictions may not amend
Elevator Code2004 Florida Building CodeBureau of Elevator Safety, (850) 488-9097 and online
Gas Code2006 IFGCOnline
Boiler CodeASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel CodeOnline
Other CodesFlorida's Dept. of Health (DOH) has regulations pertaining to the construction of public swimming pools, hotels/motels, food establishments and health care facilities. In addition, all plans for the construction of public swimming pools must be reviewed and provided with a permit by the Dept. of Health before construction can begin. Check out the DOH Web site for details. Information also is available at: Florida Building Code Site.

Florida Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ)

Authorities Having Jurisdiction are those government officials who are the final authority on questions in a particular area (or jurisdiction).
Jurisdictional AreaContact
StructuralDiv. of Codes & Standards, Dept. of Comm. Affairs
Phone: (850) 487-1824
Fax: (850) 414-8436
PlumbingDiv. of Codes & Standards, Dept. of Comm. Affairs
Phone: (850) 487-1824

Florida Municipalities

Building codes are also available for the following municipalities within Florida:

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