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Florida Building Codes

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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 October 1, 2008. More information is available here.

Florida Building Codes

Code TypeCode ModelAmendment Contact
Building/Dwelling Code2004 Florida Building Code (2003 IBC)Online
Structural Code2004 Florida Building Code (2003 IBC)Online
Plumbing Code2004 Florida Building Code (2003 IPC)Online
Mechanical Code2004 Florida Building Code (2003 IMC)Online
Electrical Code2004 Florida Building Code (2002 NEC)Online
Fire/Life Safety Code2004 Florida Fire Prevention CodeOnline
Accessibility CodeADAAG (Florida State Accessibility Code)Dept. of Community Affairs, (850) 487-1824
Local jurisdictions may not amend
Energy Code2004 Florida Building Code (ASHRAE 90.1-2001)Online
Local jurisdictions may not amend
Elevator Code2004 Florida Building CodeBureau of Elevator Safety, (850) 488-9097 and online
Gas Code2003 International Fuel Gas CodeOnline
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

Jurisdictional AreaContact
StructuralDiv. of Codes & Standards, Dept. of Comm. Affairs
Phone: (850) 871-1824
Fax: (850) 148-8436
PlumbingDiv. of Codes & Standards, Dept. of Comm. Affairs
Phone: (850) 871-1824
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