Florida Building Codes

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 Building Codes
| Code Type | Code Model | Amendment Contact |
| Building/Dwelling Code | 2004 Florida Building Code (2003 IBC) | Online |
| Structural Code | 2004 Florida Building Code (2003 IBC) | Online |
| Plumbing Code | 2004 Florida Building Code (2003 IPC) | Online |
| Mechanical Code | 2004 Florida Building Code (2003 IMC) | Online |
| Electrical Code | 2004 Florida Building Code (2002 NEC) | Online |
| Fire/Life Safety Code | 2004 Florida Fire Prevention Code | Online |
| Accessibility Code | ADAAG (Florida State Accessibility Code) | Dept. of Community Affairs, (850) 487-1824 |
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| Energy Code | 2004 Florida Building Code (ASHRAE 90.1-2001) | Online |
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| Elevator Code | 2004 Florida Building Code | Bureau of Elevator Safety, (850) 488-9097 and online |
| Gas Code | 2003 International Fuel Gas Code | Online |
| Boiler Code | ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code | Online |
| Other Codes | Florida'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)
| Jurisdictional Area | Contact |
| Structural | Div. of Codes & Standards, Dept. of Comm. Affairs Phone: (850) 487-1824 Fax: (850) 414-8436 |
| Plumbing | Div. of Codes & Standards, Dept. of Comm. Affairs Phone: (850) 487-1824 |
Florida Municipalities
Building codes are also available for the following municipalities within Florida:


