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ORDINANCE NO. 06- 08'4
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA AMENDING
LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS, CHAPTER 20,
BUILDING, HOUSING AND CONSTRUCTION
REGULATIONS, SECTION 3 MINIMUM BUILDING
AND CONSTRUCTION STANDARDS; PROVIDING FOR
THE ADOPTION OF THE BOYNTON BEACH
ADMINISTRATIVE AMENDMENTS TO THE 2004
FLORIDA BUILDING CODE, AND AMENDMENTS
THERETO: PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS,
SEVERABILITY, CODIFICATION AND AN EFFECTIVE
DATE.
WHEREAS, pursuant to Chapter 553.73, Florida Statutes, the City Commission may
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adopt amendments to the administrative provisions of the Florida Building Code, subject to
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the limitations in said statute; and
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WHEREAS, previously on November I, 2005, the City Commission adopted
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Administrative Amendments to the 2004 Florida Building Code, Gas Mechanical and
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Plumbing Codes, 2004 Edition, and the 2002 National Electric Code; and
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WHEREAS, the City Commission hereby adopts the revisions to the Administrative
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Amendments to the 2004 Florida Building Code, as previously adopted by the City
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Commission on November I, 2005, such revisions are attached hereto as Exhibit "A", and
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incorporated herein by reference; and
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WHEREAS, the Administrative Amendments to the Gas, Mechanical and Pluming
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Codes, 2004 Edition, and the 2002 National Electric Code, adopted on November I, 2005, are
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to remain unchanged as adopted by the City Commission; and
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WHEREAS, such amendments must be transmitted to the State within 30 days after
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enactment of the amendments.
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF
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The foregoing whereas clauses are true and correct and are now ratified
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That the Boynton Beach Administrative Amendments to the 2004
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That ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith be and the
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Should any section or provIsIOn of this Ordinance or any portion
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Authority is hereby given to codify this Ordinance.
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This Ordinance shall become effective immediately.
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BOYNTON BEACH
ADMINISTRATIVE AMENDMENTS
to the
2004 FLORIDA BUILDING CODE
ORDINANCE NO. 06-084
EFFECTIVE OCTOBER 27, 2006
BEGINNING WITH PERMIT NO. 06-7034
Supersedes Administrative Amendments
Ordinance No. 05-063/Effective Nov. 1,2005
City of Boynton Beach Department of Development
. Building Division
100 East Boynton Beach Blvd.
PO Box 310
Boynton Beach, Florida 33425-0310
(561) 742-6350 FAX (561) 742-6357
TABLE OF CONTENTS
ADMINISTRATIVE CODE
(Applies to all Construction Codes)
CHAPTER 1 ADMINISTRATION
SECTION Page
SECTION 101 GENERAL 3
102 APPLICABILITY 5
103 BUILDING DIVISION 9
104 DUTIES AND POWERS OF THE BUILDING OFFICIAL 11
105 PERMITS 16
106 CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS 27
107 TEMPORARY STRUCTURES AND USES 38
108 FEES 39
109 INSPECTIONS 43
110 CERTIFICATES AND BUILDING USE 53
111 TESTS 56
112 BUILDING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT & APPEALS 56
113 SEVERABILITY 59
114 STOP WORK 60
115 Reserved 60
116 WIND LOADS 60
PROJECTED WIND ZONES MAP 61
Explanation for code changes i-iv
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SECTION 101
GENERAL
101.1 Title. These regulations shall be known as the Florida Building
Code, hereinafter referred to as "this code."
101.2 Scope. The provisions of this code shall apply to the
construction, alteration, movement, enlargement, replacement, repair,
equipment, use and occupancy, location, maintenance, removal and
demolition of every building or structure or any appurtenances
connected or attached to such buildings or structures.
Exceptions:
1. Detached one and two-family dwellings and multiple single-
family dwellings (town houses) not more than three stories
above grade plane in height with a separate means of
egress and their accessory structures shall comply with the
Florida Building Code, Residential.
2. Existing buildings undergoing repair, alterations or addition
and change of occupancy shall comply with the Florida
Building Code, Existing Building.
101.2.1 Appendices. Provisions in the appendices shall not
apply unless specifically adopted.
101.3 Intent. The purpose of this code is to establish the minimum
requirements to safeguard the public health, safety and general
welfare through structural strength, means of egress facilities,
stability, sanitation, adequate light and ventilation, energy
conservation, and safety to life and property from fire and other
hazards attributed to the built environment and to provide
safety to fire fighters and emergency responders during emergency
operations.
101.3.1 Quality control. Quality control of materials and
workmanship is not within the purview of this code except as it
relates to the purposes stated herein.
101.3.2 Permitting and inspection. The permitting or
inspection of any building, system or plan by this jurisdiction,
under the requirements of this code, shall not be construed in
any court as a warranty of the physical condition of such
building, system or plan or their adequacy. This jurisdiction shall
not be liable in tort for damages or hazardous or illegal condition
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or inadequacy in such building, system or plan, nor for any
failure of any component of such, which may occur subsequent
to such inspection or permitting. Further, no Building
Department employee shall be liable in tort for damages from
such conditions, in accordance with Section 768.28(9)(a), Florida
Statutes, as may be amended.
101.4 Referenced Standards. Standards referenced in the technical
codes shall be considered an integral part of the codes without
separate adoption. If specific portions of a standard are denoted by
code text, only those portions of the standard shall be enforced. Where
code provisions conflict with a standard, the code provisions shall be
prevail. Permissive and advisory provisions in a standard shall not be
construed as mandatory. The Land Development Regulations of the
Boynton Beach Code of Ordinances as adopted by Ordinance 95-02
shall set forth additional construction standards.
101.4.1 Electrical. The provisions of Chapter 27 of the Florida
Building Code, Building shall apply to the installation of electrical
systems, including alterations, repairs, replacement, equipment,
appliances, fixtures, fittings and appurtenances thereto.
101.4.2 Gas. The provisions of the Florida Building Code, Fuel
Gas shall apply to the installation of gas piping from the pOint of
delivery, gas appliances and related accessories as covered in
this code. These requirements apply to gas piping systems
extending from the point of delivery to the inlet connections of
appliances and the installation and operation of residential and
commercial gas appliances and related accessories.
101.4.3 Mechanical. The provisions of the Florida Building
Code, Mechanical shall apply to the installation, alterations,
repairs and replacement of mechanical systems, including
equipment, appliances, fixtures, fittings and/or appurtenances,
including ventilating, heating, cooling, air-conditioning and
refrigeration systems, incinerators and other energy-related
systems.
101.4.4 Plumbing. The provisions of the Florida Building Code,
Plumbing shall apply to the installation, alteration, repair and
replacement of plumbing systems, including equipment,
appliances, fixtures, fittings and appurtenances, and where
connected to a water or sewage system and all aspects of a
medical gas system.
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101.4.5 Reserved.
101.4.6 Fire prevention. For provisions related to fire
prevention, refer to the Florida Fire Prevention Code. The Florida
Fire Prevention Code shall apply to matters affecting or relating
to structures, processes and premises from the hazard of fire
and explosion arising from the storage, handling or use of
structures, materials or devices; from conditions hazardous to
life, property or pUblic welfare in the occupancy of structures or
premises; and from the construction, extension, repair,
alteration or removal of fire suppression and alarm systems or
fire hazards in the structure or on the premises from occupancy
or operation.
101.4.7 Energy. The provisions of Chapter 13 of the Florida
Building Code, Building shall apply to all matters governing the
design and construction of buildings for energy efficiency.
101.4.8 Accessibility. For provisions related to accessibility,
refer to Chapter 11 of the Florida Building Code, Building.
101.4.9 Existing Buildings. For provisions relating to existing
buildings and structures see the Florida Building Code, Existing
Building.
101.4.10 Federal and State authority. The provisions of this
code shall not be held to deprive any Federal or State agency, or
any applicable governing authority having jurisdiction, of any
power or authority which it had on the effective date of the
adoption of this code or of any remedy then existing for the
enforcement of its orders, nor shall it deprive any individual or
corporation of its legal rights as provided by law.
SECTION 102
APPLICABILITY
102.1 General. Where, in any specific case, different sections of this
code specify different materials, methods of construction or other
requirements, the most restrictive shall govern. Where there is a
conflict between a general requirement and a specific requirement, the
specific requirement shall be applicable.
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102.1.1 The Florida Building Code does not apply to, and no
code enforcement action shall be brought with respect to, zoning
requirements, land use requirements and owner specifications or
programmatic requirements which do not pertain to and govern
the design, construction, erection, alteration, modification, repair
or demolition of public or private buildings, structures or facilities
or to programmatic requirements that do not pertain to
enforcement of the Florida Building Code. Additionally, a local
code enforcement agency may not administer or enforce the
Florida Building Code, Building to prevent the siting of any
pUblicly owned facility, including, but not limited to, correctional
facilities, juvenile justice facilities, or state universities,
community colleges, or public education facilities, as provided by
law. In addition to the requirements of this code, there may be
regulations by other agencies affecting details of development,
building design and construction.
102.2 Building. The provisions of the Florida Building Code shall
apply to the construction, erection, alteration, modification, repair,
equipment, use and occupancy, location, maintenance, removal and
demolition of every public and private building, structure or facility or
floating residential structure, or any appurtenances connected or
attached to such buildings, structures or facilities. Additions,
alterations, repairs and changes of use or occupancy group in all
existing buildings and structures shall comply with the provisions
provided in The Florida Building Code, Existing Building. The
following buildings, structures and facilities are exempt from the
Florida Building Code as provided by law, and any further exemptions
shall be as determined by the legislature and provided by law:
(a) Building and structures specifically regulated and preempted
by the federal government.
(b) Railroads and ancillary facilities associated with the railroad.
(c) Nonresidential farm buildings on farms.
Cd) Temporary buildings or sheds used exclusively for
construction purposes.
(e) Mobile or modular structures used as temporary offices,
except that the provisions of Part II, Section 553.501-553.513,
Florida Statutes, relating to accessibility by persons with
disabilities shall apply to such mobile or modular structures.
Permits shall be required for structural support and tie down,
electric supply and all utility connections.
(f) Those structures or facilities of electric utilities, as defined in
Section 366.02, Florida Statutes, which are directly involved in
the generation, transmission, or distribution of electricity.
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(g) Temporary sets, assemblies, or structures used in
commercial motion picture or television production, or any
sound-recording equipment used in such production, on or
off the premises.
(h) Chickees constructed by the Miccosukee Tribe of Indians of
Florida or the Seminole Tribe of Florida. As used in this
paragraph, the term "chickee" means an open-sided wooden hut
that has a thatched roof of palm or palmetto or other traditional
materials, and that does not incorporate any electrical,
plumbing, or other non-wood features.
102.2.1 In addition to the requirements of Section 553.79
and 553.80, Florida Statutes, facilities subject to the
provisions of Chapter 395, Florida Statutes, and Part II of
Chapter 400, Florida Statutes, shall have facility plans reviewed
and construction surveyed by the state agency authorized to do
so under the requirements of Chapter 395, Florida Statutes, and
Part II of Chapter 400, Florida Statutes, and the certification
requirements of the federal government.
102.2.2 Buildings or structures for residential uses moved into
or within a county or municipality shall not be required to be
brought into compliance with the state minimum building code in
force at the time the building or structure is moved, provided:
1. The building or structure is structurally sound for
wind speed requirements of the new location
and in occupiable condition for its intended use;
2. The occupancy use classification for the building
or structure is not changed as a result of the move;
3. The building is not substantially remodeled;
4. Current fire code requirements for ingress and
egress are met;
5. Electrical, gas and plumbing systems meet the
codes in force at the time of original construction
and are operational and safe for reconnection;
and
6. Foundation plans are sealed by a professional
engineer or architect licensed to practice in this
state, if required by the Florida Statutes for all
buildings or structures of the residential
occupancy class.
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102.2.3 The building official shall apply the same standard to a
moved residential building or structure as that applied to the
remodeling of any comparable residential building or structure to
determine whether the moved structure is substantially
remodeled. The cost of the foundation on which the moved
building or structure is placed shall not be included in the cost of
remodeling for purposes of determining whether a moved
building or structure has been substantially remodeled.
102.2.4 This section does not apply to the jurisdiction and
authority of the Department of Agriculture and Consumer
Services to inspect amusement rides or the Department of
Financial Services to inspect state-owned buildings and boilers.
102.3 Application of references. References to chapter or section
numbers, or to provisions not specifically identified by number, shall
be construed to refer to such chapter, section or provision of this code.
102.4 Referenced codes and standards. The codes and standards
referenced in this code shall be considered part of the requirements of
this code to the prescribed extent of each such reference. Where
differences occur between provisions of this code and referenced codes
and standards, the provisions of this code shall apply.
102.5 Reserved.
102.6 Existing structures. The legal occupancy of any structure
existing on the date of adoption of this code shall be permitted to
continue without change, except as is specifically covered in this code,
or the Florida Fire Prevention Code, or as is deemed necessary by the
building official for the general safety and welfare of the occupants and
the public.
102.7 Relocation of manufactured buildings.
(1) Relocation of an existing manufactured building does not
constitute an alteration.
(2) A relocated building shall comply with wind speed
requirements of the new location, using the appropriate wind
speed map. If the existing building was manufactured in
compliance with the Standard Building Code (prior to March 1,
2002), the wind speed map of the Standard Building Code shall
be applicable. If the existing building was manufactured in
compliance with the Florida Building Code (after March 1, 2002),
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the wind speed map of the Florida Building Code shall be
applicable.
SECTION 103
BUILDING DIVISION
103.1 Establishment. There is hereby established a division to be
called the building division and the person in charge shall be known as
the building official. All code officials employed by the division shall be
certified in accordance with Chapter 468, Part XII, Florida Statutes.
103.2 Employee qualifications
103.2.1 Building official's qualifications. The building official
shall have at least ten years combined experience as an
architect, engineer, construction code official, contractor or
construction superintendent with at least five years of such
experience in supervisory positions. The building official shall be
certified as a building official or building code administrator by
the State of Florida.
103.2.2 Chief inspector qualifications. The building official,
with the approval of the governing authority, may designate
chief inspectors to administer the provisions of the Building,
Electrical, Gas, Mechanical, Plumbing, Residential, and
Existing Building Codes. Each chief inspector shall have at
least ten years combined experience as an architect, engineer,
construction code official, contractor or construction
superintendent with at least five years of such experience in
supervisory positions.
103.2.3 Plans examiner and inspector qualifications. The
building official, with the approval of the applicable governing
authority, may appoint or hire such number of officers, plans
examiners, inspectors, assistants and other employees as shall
be authorized from time to time. A person shall not be appointed
or hired as a plans examiner or inspector of construction who
has not had at least five years experience as a building
inspector, engineer, architect, or as a superintendent, foreman,
or competent mechanic in charge of construction, in the
corresponding trade. The plans examiners and inspectors shall
be certified, through the State of Florida for the appropriate
trade.
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103.2.4 Deputy building official qualifications. The building
official may designate as a deputy an employee in the
department who shall, during the absence or disability of the
building official, exercise all the powers of the building official.
The deputy building official shall have the same qualifications
listed in 103.2.1.
103.3 Restrictions on employees. An officer or employee connected
with the department, except one whose only connection is as a
member of the board established by this code, shall not be financially
interested in the furnishing of labor, material, or appliances for the
construction, alteration, or maintenance of a building, structure,
service, system, or in the making of plans or of specifications thereof,
unless he/she is the owner of such. This officer or employee shall not
engage in any other work which creates a conflict of interest with the
officer or employees duties as related to the department.
103.4 Records. The building official shall keep, or cause to be kept, a
record of the business of the department. The records of the
department shall be open to public inspection in accordance with
applicable statutes.
103.5 Reports. The building official may submit annually a report
covering the work of the building department during the preceding
year. He/she may incorporate in said report a summary of the
decisions of the Board of Adjustments and Appeals during said year.
103.6 Liability. Any current or former officer or employee, or
member of the Building Board of Adjustments and Appeals, charged
with the enforcement of this code, acting for the applicable
governing authority in the discharge of their duties, shall not thereby
render himself personally liable, and is hereby relieved from all
personal liability, for any damage that may accrue to persons or
property as a result of any act required or permitted in the discharge
of their duties. Any suit brought against any current or former officer
or employee or member, because of such act performed in the
enforcement of any provision of this code, shall be defended by legal
council appointed by the agency or applicable governing authority until
the final termination of the proceedings.
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SECTION 104
DUTIES AND POWERS OF THE BUILDING OFFICIAL
104.1 General. The building official is hereby authorized and directed
to enforce the provisions of this code. The building official is further
authorized to render interpretations of this code, which are consistent
with its spirit and purpose.
104.2 Right of entry
104.2.1 Whenever necessary to make an inspection to enforce
any of the provisions of this code, or whenever the building
official has reasonable cause to believe that there exists in any
building or upon any premises any condition or code violation
which makes such building, structure, premises, electrical, gas,
mechanical or plumbing systems unsafe, dangerous or
hazardous, the building official may enter such building,
structure or premises at all reasonable times to inspect the same
or to perform any duty imposed upon the building official by this
code. If such building or premises are occupied, he/she shall first
present proper credentials and request entry. If such building,
structure, or premises are unoccupied, he shall first make a
reasonable effort to locate the owner or other persons having
charge or control of such and request entry. If entry is refused,
the building official shall have recourse to every remedy
provided by law to secure entry.
104.2.2 When the building official shall have first obtained a
proper inspection warrant or other remedy provided by law to
secure entry, no owner or occupant or any other persons having
charge, care or control of any building, structure, or premises
shall fail or neglect, after proper request is made as herein
provided, to promptly permit entry therein by the building official
for the purpose of inspection and examination pursuant to this
code.
104.3 Stop work orders. Upon notice from the building official, work
on any building, structure, electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing
system that is being done contrary to the provisions of this code or in
a dangerous or unsafe manner, shall immediately cease. Such notice
shall be in writing and shall be given to the owner of the property, or
to their agent, or to the person doing the work, and shall state the
conditions under which work may be resumed. Where an emergency
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exists, the building official shall not be required to give a written notice
prior to stopping the work.
104.4 Revocation of permits
104.4.1 Misrepresentation of application. The building
official may revoke a permit or approval, issued under the
provisions of this code, when a determination has been made
that a false statement or misrepresentation as to a material fact
in the application or plans has been made, on which the permit
or approval was based.
104.4.2 Violation of code provisions. The building official
may revoke a permit upon determination by the building official
that the construction, erection, alteration, repair, moving,
demolition, installation, or replacement of the building,
structure, electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing systems for
which the permit was issued is in violation of, or not in
conformity with, the provisions of this code.
104.5 Unsafe buildings or systems. All buildings, structures,
electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing systems which are unsafe,
unsanitary, or do not provide adequate egress, or which constitute a
fire hazard, or are otherwise dangerous to human life, or which in
relation to existing use, constitute a hazard to safety or health, are
considered unsafe buildings or service systems. All such unsafe
buildings, structures or service systems are hereby declared illegal and
shall be abated by repair and rehabilitation or by demolition in
accordance with this Code. The extent of repairs shall be determined
by the building official. When the building official determines that an
unsafe building, structure or service system cannot be reasonably
repaired in accordance with this or the technical codes, it shall be
demolished in accordance with this section.
104.5.1 When the building official determines a building,
structure, electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing system or
portion thereof is unsafe, as set forth in this Code he/she shall,
in accordance with established procedure for legal notices, give
the owner, agent or person in control of such building, structure,
electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing system written notice
stating the defects thereof. This notice shall require the owner
within a stated time either to complete specified repairs or
improvements, or to demolish and remove the building,
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structure, electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing system or
portion thereof.
104.5.2 If necessary, such notice shall also require the building,
structure, electrical, gas, mechanical, plumbing systems or
portion thereof to be vacated forthwith and not reoccupied until
the specified repairs and improvements are completed, inspected
and approved by the building official. The building official shall
cause to be posted at each entrance to such building a notice
stating:
THIS BUILDING IS UNSAFE AND ITS USE OR OCCUPANCY
HAS BEEN PROHIBITED BY THE BUILDING OFFICIAL.
Such notice shall remain posted until the required repairs are
made or demolition is completed. It shall be unlawful for any
person, firm or corporation or its officers, agents, or other
servants, to remove such notice without written permission of
the building official, or for any person to enter the building, or
use such systems except for the purpose of making the required
repairs or of demolishing same.
104.5.3 The owner, agent or person in control of an unsafe
structure or system shall have the right to appeal the decision of
the building official, as provided hereinafter, and to appear
before the Construction Board of Adjustments and Appeals at a
specified time and place to show cause why he should not
comply with said notice.
104.5.4 In case the owner, agent, or person in control cannot
be found within the stated time limit, or, if such owner, agent, or
person in control shall fail, neglect, or refuse to comply with the
notice to repair, rehabilitate, or to demolish, and remove said
building, structure, electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing
system or portion thereof, the building official, after having
ascertained the cost, shall cause such building, structure,
electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing system or portion
thereof, to be demolished, secured, or required to remain vacant
or unused.
104.5.5 The decision of the building official shall be final in
cases of emergency, which, in the opinion of the building official,
involve imminent danger to human life or health, or the property
of others. He/she shall promptly cause such building, structure,
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electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing system or portion thereof
to be made safe or cause its removal. For this purpose he/she
may at once enter such structure or land on which it stands, or
abutting land or structures, with such assistance and at such
cost as he may deem necessary. He/she may order the vacating
of adjacent structures and may require the protection of the
public by appropriate fence or such other means as may be
necessary, and for this purpose may close a public or private
way.
104.5.6 Costs incurred under 104.5.4 and 104.5.5 shall be
charged to the owner of the premises involved. If charges are
not paid within a ten (10) day period following the billing
notification sent by certified mail, the owner of the premises will
be charged in the following manner:
1. The building official shall assess the entire cost of such
vacation, demolition, or removal against the real property
upon which such cost was incurred, which assessment
shall include but not be limited to all administrative costs,
postal expenses, newspaper publication, and shall
constitute a lien upon such property superior to all others
except taxes.
2. TheClerk of the Circuit Court shall file such lien in the
County's Official Record Book showing the nature of such
lien, the amount thereof and an accurate legal description
of the property, including the street address, which lien
shall be effective from the date of filing and recite the
names of all persons notified and interested persons. After
three (3) months from the filing of any such lien which
remains unpaid, the governing body may foreclose the lien
in the same manner as mortgage liens are foreclosed.
Such lien shall bear interest from date of abatement of
nuisance at the rate of ten (10) percent per annum and
shall be enforceable if unsatisfied as other liens may be
enforced by the governing agency.
104.6 Requirements not covered by code. Any requirements
necessary for the strength, stability or proper operation of an existing
or proposed building, structure, electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing
system, or for the public safety, health and general welfare, not
specifically covered by this or the other technical codes, shall be
determined by the building official. In addition, other requirements to
implement, clarify or set procedures to accomplish the intent of this
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code may be set in writing by the building official and may be posted
electronically for public access.
104.7 Reserved.
104.8 Reserved.
104.9 Approved materials and equipment. Materials, equipment
and devices approved by the building official shall be constructed and
installed in accordance with such approval.
104.9.1 Used materials and equipment. The use of used
materials that meet the requirements of this code for new
materials is permitted. Used equipment and devices shall not be
reused unless approved by the building official.
104.10 Reserved.
104.11 Alternative materials, design and methods of
construction and equipment. The provisions of this code are not
intended to prevent the installation of any material or to prohibit
any design or method of construction not specifically prescribed by this
code, provided that any such alternative has been approved. An
alternative material, design or method of construction shall be
approved where the building official finds that the proposed design is
satisfactory and complies with the intent of the provisions of this code,
and that the material, method or work offered is, for the purpose
intended, at least the equivalent of that prescribed in this code in
quality, strength, effectiveness, fire resistance, durability and safety.
When alternate life safety systems are designed, the SFPE Engineering
Guide to Performance-Based Fire Protection Analysis and Design of
Buildings, or other methods approved by the building official may be
used. The building official shall require that sufficient evidence or proof
be submitted to substantiate any claim made regarding the
alternative.
104.11.1 Research reports. Supporting data, where necessary
to assist in the approval of materials or assemblies not
specifically provided for in this code, shall consist of valid
research reports from approved sources.
104.11.2 Tests. Whenever there is insufficient evidence of
compliance with the provisions of this code, or evidence that a
material or method does not conform to the requirements of
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this code, or in order to substantiate claims for alternative
materials or methods, the building official shall have the
authority to require tests as evidence of compliance to be made
at no expense to the jurisdiction. Test methods shall be as
specified in this code or by other recognized test standards. In
the absence of recognized and accepted test methods, the
building official shall approve the testing procedures. Tests shall
be performed by an approved agency. Reports of such tests shall
be retained by the building official for the period required for
retention of public records.
104.11.3 Accessibility. Alternative designs and technologies
for providing access to and usability of a facility for persons with
disabilities shall be in accordance with Section 11.2.2.
SECTION 105
PERMITS
105.1 Permit application
105.1.1 When required. Any owner, authorized agent, or
contractor who desires to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move,
demolish, or change the occupancy of a building or structure, or
to erect, install, enlarge, alter, repair, remove, convert or
replace any electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing system, the
installation of which is regulated by the technical codes, or to
cause any such work to be done, shall first make application to
the building official and obtain the required permit for the work.
A permit shall be required for, but not limited to, the following as
determined by the building official:
BUildings/Structures - Construct, erect, enlarge, alter, move,
remove, relocate, demolish or change the occupancy of any
building, or portion thereof.
Service Systems - Install, enlarge, alter, repair, improve,
remove, convert or replace any electrical, gas, mechanical, or
plumbing system work or cause the same to be done.
Roofing - Install, replace, or resurface roofing, or make repairs.
Windows & Doors - Install or replace windows or doors
including frames, shutters, awnings, canopies, or similar items.
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Barriers & Signs - Erect or replace fences, walls, signs, or sign
structures.
Antennas, Mast or Poles - Install or replace masts, towers for
television or radio receiving/transmitting antenna extending
more than ten feet above the last anchorage, satellite dish
antennas, flag poles, exterior lighting or similar items.
Pools - Install swimming pool, wading pool, or spas, above or
below ground, unless otherwise exempted.
Fuel Tanks - Install or replace gasoline, fuel, oil, bottled gas,
oxygen, nitrous oxide, or similar liquid or gaseous storage tanks,
pumps, and related equipment, above or below ground in a
capacity of more than five gallons.
Surfaces - Construct, replace or resurface asphalt or concrete
driveways, parking areas, hardstands, or sidewalks.
Marine Facilities - Install or replace docking mooring facilities
for private or commercial watercraft, groins, sea walls, jetties,
revetments, or similar structures and facilities related
thereto.
Fire Prevention/Suppression - Install, replace, or relocate fire
sprinkler, fire alarm, smoke detection, or similar fire prevention
and protection systems and related equipment or
appurtenances.
Exceptions:
Ordinary minor repairs, installation or replacement may be made
with the approval of the building official without a permit.
Installation shall be done in accordance with the manufacturer's
specifications when not in conflict with this or the technical
Codes.
Exemption from the permit requirements of this code shall not
be deemed to grant authorization for any work to be done in any
manner in violation of the provisions of this code or the technical
codes or any other laws or ordinances of the applicable
governing body.
105.1.2 Food permit. As per Section 500.12, Florida Statutes,
a food permit from the Department of Agriculture and Consumer
Services is required of any person who operates a food
establishment or retail store.
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105.1.3 Annual facility permit.
In lieu of an individual permit for each alteration to an existing
electrical, gas, mechanical, plumbing or interior nonstructural
office system(s), the building official is authorized to issue an
annual permit for any occupancy to facilitate routine or
emergency service, repair, refurbishing, minor renovations of
service systems or manufacturing equipment
installations/relocations. The building official shall be notified of
major changes and shall retain the right to make inspections at
the facility site as deemed necessary. An annual facility permit
shall be assessed with an annual fee and shall be valid for one
year from date of issuance. A separate permit shall be obtained
for each facility and for each construction trade, as applicable.
The permit application shall contain a general description of the
parameters of work intended to be performed during the year.
105.1.4 Annual permit records.
The person to whom an annual permit is issued shall keep a
detailed record of alterations made under such annual permit.
The building official shall have access to such records at all times
or such records shall be filed with the building official as
designated.
105.2 Work exempt from permit. Exemptions from permit
requirements of this code shall not be deemed to grant authorization
for any work to be done in any manner in violation of the provisions of
this code. Permits may not be required for the following:
Building. Building permits may not be required for replacement
or repair work having value of less than $1,500.00, providing,
however, that such work will not affect the structural integrity,
fire rating, exit access or egress requirements. In the case of
roofing repairs, a permit may not be required for work having a
value of less than $500, unless such work effects the structural
integrity of the roof.
Mechanical. Permits may not be required for the following
mechanical work:
1. Any portable heating appliance.
2. Any portable ventilation equipment.
3. Any portable cooling unit.
4. Any steam, hot or chilled water piping within any
heating or cooling equipment regulated by this code.
5. Replacement of any part which does not alter its
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approval or make it unsafe.
6. Any portable evaporative cooler.
7. Any self-contained refrigeration system containing ten
pounds or less of refrigerant and actuated by motors of
one-horsepower or less.
Electrical, Gas & Plumbing. A permit may not be required for
the following:
1. Repair, installation or replacement of common
household fixtures to existing branch circuit wiring and
outlets. Existing branch circuit wiring shall not be
altered or extended.
2. Repair or replacement of common household electrical
switches and outlets on the load side of the electrical
source.
3. Repair, installation or replacement of common
household plumbing fixtures to existing supply lines and
outlets. Existing supply lines shall not be altered or
extended. This does not include water heaters.
105.2.1 Emergency repairs. Where equipment replacements
and repairs must be performed in an emergency situation, the
permit application shall be submitted within the next working
business day to the building official. Prior notification shall be
given to the building official including the work address, nature
of emergency and scope of work.
105.2.2 Minor repairs. Ordinary minor repairs or installation of
replacement parts may be made with the approval of the
building official without a permit, provided the repairs do not
include the cutting away of any wall, partition or portion thereof,
the removal or cutting of any structural beam or load-bearing
support, or the removal or change of any required means of
egress, or rearrangement of parts of a structure affecting the
egress requirements; additionally, ordinary minor repairs shall
not include addition to, alteration of, replacement or relocation
of any standpipe, water supply, sewer, drainage, drain leader,
gas, soil, waste, vent or similar piping, electric wiring systems or
mechanical equipment or other work affecting public health or
general safety, and such repairs shall not violate any of the
provisions of the technical codes.
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105.2.3 Temporary structures. A special building permit for a
limited time may be required before the erection of temporary
structures such as construction sheds, seats, canopies, tents and
fences used in construction work or for temporary purposes such
as reviewing stands. Such structures shall be completely
removed upon the expiration of the time limit stated in the
permit.
105.2.4 Work authorized. A building, electrical, gas,
mechanical or plumbing permit shall carry with it the right to
construct or install the work, provided the same are shown on
the drawings and set forth in the specifications filed with the
application for the permit. Where these are not shown on the
drawings and covered by the specifications submitted with the
application, separate permits shall be required.
105.3 Application for permit. To obtain a permit, the applicant shall
first file an application therefore in writing on a form furnished by the
building department for that purpose. The owner, or an authorized
agent shall sign the application. Permit application forms shall comply
with the requirements of Section 713.135(5) and (6), Florida Statutes.
Each application shall be inscribed with the date of application, and the
code in effect as of that date. For a building permit for which an
application is submitted prior to the effective date of the latest edition
of Florida Building Code, the state minimum building code in effect in
the permitting jurisdiction on the date of the application governs the
permitted work for the life of the permit and any extension granted to
the permit.
105.3.1 Action on application. The building official shall
examine or cause to be examined applications for permits and
amendments thereto within a reasonable time after filing. If the
application or the construction documents do not conform to the
requirements of pertinent laws, the building official shall reject
such application in writing, stating the reasons therefore. If the
building official is satisfied that the proposed work conforms to
the requirements of this code and laws and ordinances applicable
thereto, the building official shall issue a permit therefore as
soon as practicable. When authorized through contractual
agreement with a school board, in acting on applications for
permits, the building official shall give first priority to any
applications for the construction of, or addition or renovation to,
any school or educational faCility.
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105.3.1.1 If a state university, state community college or
public school district elects to use a local government's
code enforcement offices, fees charged by counties and
municipalities for enforcement of the Florida Building Code
on buildings, structures, and facilities of state universities,
state colleges, and public school districts shall not be more
than the actual labor and administrative costs incurred for
plans review and inspections to ensure compliance with the
code.
105.3.1.2 No permit may be issued for any building
construction, erection, alteration, modification, repair, or
addition unless the applicant for such permit provides to
the enforcing agency which issues the permit any of the
following documents which apply to the construction for
which the permit is to be issued and which shall be
prepared by or under the direction of an engineer
registered under Chapter 471, Florida Statutes:
1. Electrical documents for any new building or
addition which requires an aggregate service
capacity of 600 amperes (240 volts) or more on a
residential electrical system or 800 amperes (240
volts) or more on a commercial or industrial
electrical system and which costs more than
$50,000.
2. Plumbing documents for any new building or
addition which requires a plumbing system with
more than 250 fixture units or which costs more than
$50,000.
3. Fire sprinkler documents for any new building or
addition that includes a fire sprinkler system which
contains 50 or more sprinkler heads. A Contractor I,
Contractor II, or Contractor IV, certified under
Section 633.521 Florida Statutes, may design a fire
sprinkler system of 49 or fewer heads and may
design the alteration of an existing fire sprinkler
system if the alteration consists of the relocation,
addition or deletion of not more than 49 heads,
notwithstanding the size of the existing fire sprinkler
system.
4. Heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning
documents for any new building or addition that
requires more than a 15-ton-per-system capacity
that is designed to accommodate 100 or more
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persons or for which the system costs more than
$50,000. This paragraph does not include any
document for the replacement or repair of an
existing system in which the work does not require
altering a structural part of the building or for work
on a residential one, two, three or four-family
structure. An air-conditioning system may be
designed by an installing air-conditioning contractor
certified under Chapter 489, Florida Statutes, to
serve any building or addition which is designed to
accommodate fewer than 100 persons and requires
an air-conditioning system with a value of $50,000
or less; and when a 15-ton-per system or less is
designed for a singular space of a building and each
15-ton system or less has an independent duct
system. Systems not complying with the above
require design documents that are to be sealed by a
professional engineer.
Example 1: When a space has two 10-ton systems with each
having an independent duct system, the contractor may design
these two systems since each unit (system) is less than 15 tons.
Example 2: Consider a small single-story office building that
consists of six individual offices where each office has a single
three-ton package air conditioning heat pump. The six heat
pumps are connected to a single water-cooling tower. The
cost of the entire heating, ventilation and air-conditioning work
is $47,000 and the office building accommodates fewer than 100
persons. Because the six mechanical units are connected to a
common water tower this is considered to be an 18-ton system.
A mechanical or air conditioning contractor therefore could not
design it.
Note: It was further clarified by the Florida Building Commission
that the limiting criteria of 100 persons and $50,000 apply to the
building occupancy load and the cost for the total air-
conditioning system of the building.
5. Any specialized mechanical, electrical, or plumbing
document for any new building or addition which
includes a medical gas, oxygen, steam, vacuum,
toxic air filtration, halon, or fire detection and alarm
system which costs more than $5,000.
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Documents requiring an engineer seal by this part shall not be
valid unless a professional engineer who possesses a valid
certificate of registration has signed, dated, and stamped such
document as provided in Section 471.025, Florida Statutes.
105.3.2 Time limitation of application. An application for a
permit for any proposed work shall be deemed to have been
abandoned six months after the date of filing, unless such
application has been pursued in good faith or a permit has been
issued; except that the building official is authorized to grant one
or more extensions of time for additional periods not exceeding
90 days each not to exceed three extensions. After the third
extension, appeal may be made to the Building Board of
Adjustment and Appeals for any additional extensions. The
extension shall be requested in writing prior to the abandonment
date and justifiable cause demonstrated. Abandoned applications
shall be subject to destruction in accordance with state law.
105.3.3 An enforcing authority may not issue a building permit
for any building construction, erection, alteration, modification,
repair or addition unless the permit either includes on its face or
there is attached to the permit the following statement:
"NOTICE: In addition to the requirements of this permit, there
may be additional restrictions applicable to this property that
may be found in the public records of this county, and there may
be additional permits required from other governmental entities
such as water management districts, state agencies, or federal
agencies. "
105.3.4 A building permit for a single-family residential dwelling
must be issued within 30 working days of application therefore
unless unusual circumstances require a longer time for
processing the application or unless the permit application fails
to satisfy the Florida Building Code or the enforcing agency's
laws or ordinances.
105.3.5 Identification of minimum premium policy. Except
as otherwise provided in Chapter 440, Florida Statutes, Workers'
Compensation, every employer shall, as a condition to receiving
a building permit, show proof that it has secured compensation
for its employees as provided in Section 440.10 and 440.38,
Florida Statutes.
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105.3.6 Asbestos removal. Moving, removal or disposal of
asbestos-containing materials on a residential building where the
owner occupies the building, the building is not for sale or lease,
and the work is performed according to the own'er-builder
limitations provided in this paragraph. To qualify for exemption
under this paragraph, an owner must personally appear and sign
the building permit application. The permitting agency shall
provide the person with a disclosure statement in substantially
the following form:
Disclosure Statement: State law requires asbestos abatement to
be done by licensed contractors. You have applied for a permit
under an exemption to that law. The exemption allows you, as
the owner of your property, to act as your own asbestos
abatement contractor even though you do not have a license.
You must supervise the construction yourself. You may move,
remove or dispose of asbestos-containing materials on a
residential building where you occupy the building and the
building is not for sale or lease, or the building is a farm
outbuilding on your property. If you sell or lease such building
within one year after the asbestos abatement is complete, the
law will presume that you intended to sell or lease the property
at the time the work was done, which is a violation of this
exemption. You may not hire an unlicensed person as your
contractor. Your work must be done according to all local, state
and federal laws and regulations, which apply to asbestos
abatement projects. It is your responsibility to make sure that
people employed by you have licenses required by state law and
by county or municipal licensing ordinances.
105.4 Conditions of the permit.
105.4.1 Permit intent. A permit issued shall be constructed to
be a license to proceed with the work and not as authority to
violate, cancel, alter or set aside any of the provisions of the
technical codes, nor shall issuance of a permit prevent the
building official from thereafter requiring a correction of errors in
plans, construction or violations of this code. Every permit issued
shall expire unless the work authorized by such permit is
commenced within six months after its issuance, or if the work
authorized by such permit is suspended or abandoned for a
period of six months after the time the work is commenced
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105.4.1.1 If work has commenced and the permit is
revoked, becomes null and void, or expires because of lack
of progress or abandonment, a new permit covering the
proposed construction shall be obtained before proceeding
with the work.
105.4.1.2 If a new permit is not obtained within six
months from the date the initial permit became null and
void, the building official is authorized to require that any
work that has been commenced or completed be removed
from the building site. Alternately, a new permit may be
issued on application, providing the work in place and
required to complete the structure meets all applicable
regulations in effect at the time the initial permit became
null and void and any regulations which may have become
effective between the date of expiration and the date if
issuance of the new permit.
105.4.1.3 Work shall be considered to be in active
progress when the permit has received an approved
inspection within six months. This provision shall not be
applicable in case of civil commotion or strike or when the
building work is halted due directly to judicial injunction,
order or similar process. The building official is authorized
to grant, in writing, one or more extensions of time, for
periods not more than 90 days each. The extension shall
be requested in writing and justifiable cause
demonstrated, prior to expiration.
105.4.1.4 The fee for renewal re-issuance of a permit
shall be set forth by the administrative authority.
105.5 Reserved.
105.6 Reserved.
105.7 Placing of permit. Work requiring a permit shall not
commence until the permit holder or his agent places the permit card
and all related documents in a conspicuous place on the premises. AU
The permit card and all related documents shall be protected from
the weather and located in such position as to allow the building
official or representative to conveniently make the required entries
thereon. The permit and all related documents shall be maintained
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in such position by the permit holder until the Certificate of Occupancy
or Completion is issued by the building official.
105.8 Notice of commencement. As per Section 713.135, Florida
Statutes, when any person applies for a building permit, the authority
issuing such permit shall print on the face of each permit card in no
less than 18-point, capitalized, boldfaced type:
"WARNING TO OWNER:
YOUR FAILURE TO RECORD A NOTICE OF COMMENCEMENT MAY
RESULT IN YOUR PAYING TWICE FOR IMPROVEMENTS TO YOUR
PROPERTY. IF YOU INTEND TO OBTAIN FINANCING, CONSULT WITH
YOUR LENDER OR AN ATTORNEY BEFORE RECORDING
YOUR NOTICE OF COMMENCEMENT."
105.9 Asbestos. The enforcing agency shall require each building
permit or plan for the demolition or renovation of an existing structure
to contain an asbestos notification statement which indicates the
owner's or operator's responsibility to comply with the provisions of
Section 469.003, Florida Statutes, and to notify the Department of
Environmental Protection of his or her intentions to remove asbestos,
when applicable, in accordance with state and federal law.
105.10 Certificate of protective treatment for prevention of
termites. A weather-resistant job-site posting board shall be provided
to receive duplicate treatment certificates as each required protective
treatment is completed, providing a copy for the person the permit is
issued to and another copy for the building permit files. The treatment
certificate shall provide the product used, identity of the applicator,
time and date of the treatment, site location, area treated, chemical
used, percent concentration and number of gallons used, to establish a
verifiable record of protective treatment. If the soil chemical barrier
method for termite prevention is used, final exterior treatment shall be
completed prior to final building approval.
105.11 Notice of termite protection. A permanent sign which
identifies the termite treatment provider and need for re-inspection
and treatment contract renewal shall be provided. The sign shall be
posted near the water heater or electric panel.
105.12 Work starting before permit issuance.
Upon approval of the building official, the scope of work delineated in
the building permit application and plan may be started prior to the
final approval and issuance of the permit, provided any work
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completed is entirely at risk of the permit applicant and the work does
not proceed past the first required inspection.
105.13 Foundation or phased permit approval. After submittal of
the appropriate construction documents, the building official is
authorized to issue a permit for the construction of foundations or any
other part of a building or structure before the construction documents
for the whole building or structure have been submitted. The holder of
such permit for the foundation or other parts of a building or structure
shall proceed at the holder's own risk with the building operation and
without assurance that a permit for the entire structure will be
granted. Corrections may be required to meet the requirements of the
technical codes.
105.14 Permit issued on basis of an affidavit.
Whenever a permit is issued in reliance upon an affidavit or whenever
the work to be covered by a permit involves installation under
conditions which, in the opinion of the building official, are hazardous
or complex, the building official shall require that the architect or
engineer who signed the affidavit or prepared the drawings or
computations shall supervise such work. In addition, they shall be
responsible for conformity to the permit, provide copies of inspection
reports as inspections are performed, and upon completion make and
file with the building official written affidavit that the work has been
done in conformity to the reviewed plans and with the structural
provisions of the technical codes. In the event such architect or
engineer is not available, the owner shall employ in his stead a
competent person or agency whose qualifications are reviewed by the
building official. The building official shall ensure that any person
conducting plans review is qualified as a plans examiner under Part XII
of Chapter 468, Florida Statutes, and that any person conducting
inspections is qualified as a building inspector under Part III of Chapter
468, Florida Statutes.
SECTION 106
CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS
106.1 Submittal documents. Construction documents, special
inspection and structural observation programs, and other data shall
be submitted in two or more sets with each application for a permit.
The construction documents shall be prepared by a design professional
where required by the statutes. Where special conditions exist, the
building official is authorized to require additional construction
documents to be prepared by a design professional.
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Exception: The building official is authorized to waive the
submission of construction documents and other data not
required to be prepared by a registered design professional if
it is found that the nature of the work applied for is such that
review of construction documents is not necessary to obtain
compliance with this code.
If the design professional is an architect or engineer legally registered
under the laws of this state regulating the practice of architecture as
provided for in Chapter 481, Florida Statutes, Part I, or engineering as
provided for in Chapter 471, Florida Statutes, then he or she shall affix
his or her official seal, signature and date to said drawings,
specifications and accompanying data, as required by Florida Statute.
If the design professional is a landscape architect registered under the
laws of this state regulating the practice of landscape architecture as
provided for in Chapter 481, Florida Statutes, Part II, then he or she
shall affix his or her seal, signature and date to said drawings,
specifications and accompanying data as defined in Section
481.303(6)(a)(b)(c)(d), FS.
106.1.1 Information on construction documents.
Construction documents shall be dimensioned and drawn
upon suitable material. Electronic media documents are
allowed to be submitted when approved by the building
official. Construction documents shall be of sufficient
clarity to indicate the location, nature and extent of the
work proposed and show in detail that it will conform to
the provisions of this code and relevant laws, ordinances,
rules and regulations, as determined by the building official
(see also Section 106.3.5).
106.1.1.1 Fire protection system Shop
drawings. Shop drawings for the fire protection
system(s) shall be submitted to indicate
conformance with this code and the construction
documents and shall be approved prior to the start
of system installation. Shop drawings shall contain
all information as required by the referenced
installation standards in Chapter 9.
106.1.1.2 For roof assemblies required by the code,
the construction documents shall illustrate, describe,
and delineate the type of roofing system, materials,
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fastening requirements, flashing requirements and
wind resistance rating that are required to be
installed. Product evaluation and installation shall
indicate compliance with the wind
criteria required for the specific site or a statement
by an architect or engineer for the specific site must
be submitted with the construction documents.
106.1.2 Additional data. The building official may
require details, computations, stress diagrams, and other
data necessary to describe the construction or installation
and the basis of calculations. All drawings, specifications
and accompanying data required by the building official to
be prepared by an architect or engineer shall be affixed
with their official seal, signature and date as state law
requires.
106.1.3 Quality of building plans. Building plans shall
be drawn to a minimum 1/8 inch scale upon substantial
paper, cloth or other acceptable medium. The building
official may establish through departmental policy, other
standards for plans and specifications, in order to provide
conformity to its record retention program. This policy may
include such things as minimum size, shape, contrast,
clarity, or other items related to records management.
106.2 Reserved.
106.3 Examination of documents. The building official shall
examine or cause to be examined the accompanying construction
documents and shall ascertain by such examinations whether
the construction indicated and described is in accordance with the
requirements of this code and other pertinent laws or ordinances.
Exceptions:
1. Building plans approved pursuant to Section 553.77(3),
Florida Statutes, and state approved manufactured buildings are
exempt from local codes enforcing agency plan reviews except
for provisions of the code relating to erection, assembly or
construction at the site. Erection, assembly (including utility
crossover connections) and construction at the site are subject
to local permitting and inspections.
2. Industrial construction on sites where design, construction
and fire safety are supervised by licensed design and inspection
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professionals and which contain adequate in-house fire
departments and rescue squads is exempt, subject to approval
of the building official, from review of plans and inspections,
providing the appropriate licensed design and inspection
professionals certify that applicable codes and standards have
been met and supply appropriate approved drawings to local
building and fire-safety inspectors.
106.3.1 Approval of construction documents. When the
building official issues a permit, the construction documents shall
be endorsed, in writing or by stamp, as "Reviewed for Code
Compliance." One set of construction documents so reviewed
shall be retained by the building official. The other set shall be
returned to the applicant, shall be kept at the site of work and
shall be open to inspection by the building official or a duly
authorized representative.
106.3.2 Previous approvals. This code shall not require
changes in the construction documents, construction or
designated occupancy of a structure for which a lawful permit
has been heretofore issued or otherwise lawfully authorized, and
the construction of which has been pursued in good faith within
180 days after the effective date of this code and has not been
abandoned.
106.3.3 Product approvals. Those products which are
regulated by DCA Rule 9B-72 shall be reviewed and approved in
writing by the designer of record prior to submittal for
jurisdictional approval.
106.3.4 Structural and fire resistance integrity. Plans for all
buildings shall indicate how required structural and fire
resistance integrity will be maintained where a penetration of a
required fire resistant wall, floor or partition will be made for
electrical, gas, mechanical, plumbing and communication
conduits, pipes and systems. Such plans shall also indicate in
sufficient detail how the fire integrity will be maintained where
required fire resistant floors intersect the exterior walls and
where joints occur in required fire resistant construction
assemblies.
106.3.4.1 Site drawings. Drawings shall show the
location of the proposed building or structure and of every
existing building or structure on the site or lot. The
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building official may require a boundary line survey, or
other survey, prepared by a qualified surveyor. Surveys
shall be prepared in accordance with provisions of
Chapters 177 and 472 Florida Statutes, and Rule 61G17,
Florida Administrative Code.
106.3.4.2 Reserved.
106.3.4.3 Certifications by contractors authorized under
the provisions of Section 489.115(4)(b), Florida Statutes,
shall be considered equivalent to sealed plans and
specifications by a person licensed under Chapter 471,
Florida Statutes, or Chapter 481 Florida Statutes, by local
enforcement agencies for plans review for permitting
purposes relating to compliance with the wind-resistance
provisions of the code or alternate methodologies
approved by the Florida Building Commission for one- and
two-family dwellings. Local enforcement agencies may rely
upon such certification by contractors that the plans and
specifications submitted conform to the requirements of
the code for wind resistance. Upon good cause shown,
local government code enforcement agencies may accept
or reject plans sealed by persons licensed under Chapters
471, 481 or 489, Florida Statutes.
106.3.5 Minimum plan review criteria for buildings. The
examination of the documents by the building official shall
include the following minimum criteria and documents: a floor
plan; site plan; foundation plan; floor/roof framing plan or truss
layout; and all exterior elevations:
106.3.5.1 Commercial Buildings:
106.3.5.1.1 Building
1. Site requirements:
Parking
Fire access
Vehicle loading
Driving/turning radius
Fire hydrant/water supply/post indicator
valve (PIV)
Set back/separation (assumed property
lines)
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Location of specific tanks, water lines and
sewer lines
2. Occupancy group and special occupancy
requirements shall be determined.
3. Minimum type of construction shall be
determined (see Table 503).
4. Fire-resistant construction requirements
shall include the following components:
Fire-resistant separations
Fire-resistant protection for type of
construction
Protection of openings and penetrations of
rated walls
Fire blocking and draft stopping and
calculated fire resistance
5. Fire suppression systems shall include:
Early warning smoke evacuation systems
Schematic fire sprinklers
Standpipes
Pre-engineered systems
Riser diagram
6. Life safety systems shall be determined and
shall include the following requirements:
Occupant load and egress capacities
Early warning
Smoke control
Stair pressurization
Systems schematic
7. Occupancy load/egress requirements shall
include:
Occupancy load
Gross, Net
Means of egress
Exit access
Exit
Exit discharge
Stairs construction/geometry and
protection
Doors
Emergency lighting and exit signs
Specific occupancy requirements
Construction requirements
Horizontal exits/exit passageways
8. Structural requirements shall include:
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Soil conditions/analysis
Termite protection
Design loads
Wind requirements
Building envelope
Structural calculations (if required)
Foundation
Wall systems
Floor systems
Roof systems
Threshold inspection plan
Stair systems
9. Materials shall be reviewed and shall at a
minimum include the following:
Wood
Steel
Aluminum
Concrete
Plastic
Glass
Masonry
Gypsum board and plaster
Insulating (mechanical)
Roofing
Insulation
10.Accessibility requirements shall include the
following:
Site requirements
Accessible route
Vertical accessibility
Toilet and bathing facilities
Drinking fountains
Equipment
Special occupancy requirements
Fair housing requirements
l1.Interior requirements shall include the
following:
Interior finishes (flame spread/smoke
development)
Light and ventilation
Sanitation
12.Special systems:
Elevators
Escalators
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Lifts
13. Swimming pools;
Plans shall detail compliance with Section 424
of the Florida Building Code and Department of
Health requirements. Proper site plan is also
required.
106.3.5.1.2 Electrical
1. Electrica I:
Wiring
Services
Feeders and branch circuits
Overcurrent protection
Grounding
Wiring methods and materials
GFCIs
2. Equipment
3. Special occupancies
4. Emergency systems
5. Communication systems
6. Low vOltage
7. Load calculations
106.3.5.1.3 Plumbing
1. Minimum plumbing facilities
2. Fixture requirements
3. Water supply piping
4. Sanitary drainage
5. Water heaters
6. Vents
7. Roof drainage
8. Back-flow prevention
9. Irrigation
10.Location of water supply line
l1.Grease traps
12.Environmental requirements
13.Plumbing riser
106.3.5.1.4 Mechanical
1. Energy calculations
2. Exhaust systems:
Clothes dryer exhaust
Kitchen equipment exhaust
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Specialty exhaust systems
3. Equipment
4. Equipment location
5. Make-up air
6. Roof-mounted equipment
7. Duct systems
8. Ventilation
9. Combustion air
10.Chimneys, fireplaces and vents
l1.Appliances
12.Boilers
13. Refrigeration
14.Bathroom ventilation
15.Lavoratory
106.3.5.2 Gas
1. Gas piping
2. Venting
3. Combustion air
4. Chimneys and vents
5. Appliances
6. Type of gas
7. Fireplaces
8. LP tank location
9. Riser diagram/shutoffs
106.3.5.3 Demolition
1. Asbestos removal
106.3.5.3.1 Engineering
1. Storm water drainage system and other
requirements of the Engineering Division.
106.3.5.4 Residential (one- and two-family)
Building
1. Site requirements
Set back/separation (assumed property lines)
Location of septic tanks
2. Fire-resistant construction (if required)
3. Smoke detector locations
4. Egress:
Egress window size
Location stairs construction requirements
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5. Structural requirements shall include:
Wall section from foundation through roof
Assembly and materials
Connector tables
Wind requirements
Structural calculations (if required)
6. Accessibility requirements:
Show/identify accessible bath
7. Electrical:
Electric service riser
Wire sizes
Conduit detail
Grounding detail
Complete load calculations
Panel schedules
Service equipment
Panel locations
8. Mechanical
Energy calculations
Exhaust systems
eclothes dryer exhaust
ekitchen equipment exhaust
especialty exhaust systems
Equipment
Equipment location
Make-up air
Roof-mounted equipment
Duct systems
Ventilation
Combustion air
Chimneys, fireplaces and vents
Appliances
Boilers
Refrigeration
Bathroom ventilation
Energy calculations,. Equipment and
location, Duct systems
9. Plumbing
Minimum plumbing facilities
Fixture requirements
Water supply piping
Sanitary drainage
Water heaters
Vents
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Roof drainage
Back flow prevention
Irrigation
Location of water supply line
Environmental requirements
Plumbing riser
10. Gas
Gas piping
Venting
Combustion
Chimneys and vents
Appliances
Type of gas
Fireplaces
LP tank location
Riser diagram/shut-offs
11. Engineering
An engineered storm water plan for
construction of more than 800 square
feet of impervious area
106.3.5.5 Swimming pools:
Barrier requirements
Spas
Wading pools
106.3.5.6 Exemptions. Plans examination by the
building official shall not be required for the following
work:
1. Exact replacement of existing equipment
such as mechanical units, water heaters, etc.
2. Reroofs
3. Minor electrical, plumbing and mechanical
repairs
4. Annual maintenance permits
5. Prototype plans - Except for local site
adaptations, siding, foundations and/or
modifications Except for structures that require
waiver.
6. Manufactured buildings plans except for
foundations and modifications of buildings
which are constructed on site.
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106.4 Amended construction documents. Work shall be installed
in accordance with the reviewed construction documents, and any
changes made during construction that are not in compliance with the
reviewed construction documents shall be resubmitted for review as an
amended set of construction documents.
106.5 Retention of construction documents. One set of approved
construction documents shall be retained by the building official as
required by Florida Statutes.
106.6 Affidavits.
The building official may accept a sworn affidavit from a registered
architect or engineer stating that the plans submitted conform to the
technical codes. For buildings and structures, the affidavit shall state
that the plans conform to the laws as to egress, type of construction
and general arrangement and, if accompanied by drawings, show the
structural design and that the plans and design conform to the
requirements of the technical codes as to strength, stresses, strains,
loads and stability. The building official may without any examination
or inspection accept such affidavit, provided the architect or engineer
who made such affidavit agrees to submit to the building official copies
of inspection reports as inspections are performed and upon
completion of the structure, electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing
systems a certification that the structure, electrical, gas, mechanical or
plumbing system has been erected in accordance with the
requirements of the technical codes. Where the building official relies
upon such affidavit, the architect or engineer shall assume full
responsibility for compliance with all provisions of the technical codes
and other pertinent laws or ordinances. The building official shall
ensure that any person conducting plans review is qualified as a plans
examiner under Part XII of Chapter 468, Florida Statutes, and that any
person conducting inspections is qualified as a building inspector under
Part XII of Chapter 468, Florida Statutes.
SECTION 107
TEMPORARY STRUCTURES AND USES
107.1 General. The building official is authorized to issue a permit for
temporary structures and temporary uses. Such permits shall be
limited as to time of service, but shall not be permitted for more than
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180 days. The building official is authorized to grant extensions for
demonstrated cause.
107.2 Conformance. Temporary structures and uses shall conform to
the structural strength, fire safety, means of egress, accessibility,
light, ventilation and sanitary requirements of this code as necessary
to ensure the public health, safety and general welfare.
107.3 Temporary power. The building official is authorized to give
permission to temporarily supply and use power in part of an electric
installation before such installation has been fully completed and the
final certificate of completion has been issued. The part covered by the
temporary certificate shall comply with the requirements specified for
temporary lighting, heat or power in Chapter 27 of the Florida Building
Code, Building. For new construction the building official may authorize
early power once all forms, inspections, policies, and fees have been
paid for and complied with.
107.4 Termination of approval. The building official is authorized to
terminate such permit for a temporary structure or use and to order
the temporary structure or use to be discontinued.
SECTION 108
FEES
108.1 Prescribed fees. A permit shall not be issued until all fees
prescribed by the applicable governing body inclusive have been paid.
108.2 Permit fees. For construction that includes building systems,
structures, electrical systems, plumbing systems, mechanical systems,
gas systems or other systems involving site improvements that require
a permit, a permit fee and, where applicable, other fees shall be
established by resolution. These fees will be required to be paid by the
applicant prior to permit issuance. Permit fees are not refundable.
108.3 Other fees. A permit shall not be issued until all other fees
associated with said permit are paid. Other fees may include additional
fees, penalty fees, water and sewer capital facility fees, Fire
Department fees, Palm Beach County Impact fees and State of Florida
fees. Water and sewer facility fees are established in Chapter 26 of the
City of Boynton Beach Code of Ordinances. The Fire Department fees
are established in Chapter 9 of the City of Boynton Beach Code of
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Ordinances. The city collects Palm Beach County Impact fees that
include fees for Roads, Public Buildings, Schools and Parks. The city
collects State of Florida surcharge fees for the Radon Trust Fund
(Radon) and Building Code Administrators and Inspectors Fund
(BCAIF).
108.4 Plan filing fee. A plan-filing fee shall be paid at the time of
filing a permit application. The plan-filing fee is part of the permit fee
and is deducted from the total amount of the permit fee. The dollar
amount of the plan-filing fee is determined by multiplying the
estimated dollar value of the construction that is specified by the
permit fee factor and then multiplJ.esying that total dollar amount by
30 percent. The plan-filing fee is not refundable.
108.5 Work commencing before permit issuance. Any person
who starts work that requires a permit before obtaining the necessary
permit(s) without prior approval from the building official shall be
subject to a penalty of four times the permit fee that is required for
the work. The building official shall have the authority to waive the
penalty fee upon written appeal from the applicant
108.6 Permit revision and revision fees. When the applicant
changes the construction from what was illustrated on the permitted
plans, or is advised by the building official to revise plans, he/she shall
complete a permit revision application form and submit two sets of
revised drawings that depict the proposed change(s). Upon city
approval of the revised drawings and receipt of the applicant paying
the appropriate permit revision fee, a permit revision will be issued.
The permit revision will allow the construction to continue. The
amount of the permit revision fee is established by multiplying the
total dollar value of the revised construction that is identified by the
applicant on the permit revision application by the permit fee factor.
The total permit revision fee is not refundable and due at the time the
permit revision application is submitted. Final inspection shall not be
approved for any work when a permit revision has not been issued.
108.7 Accounting. The building official shall keep a permanent and
accurate accounting of all permit fees and other monies collected for a
permit. The names of persons upon whose account the permit fee was
paid, along with the date and amount thereof, will be on record.
108.9 Building permit valuations
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108.9.1 Value of construction. The dollar amount of a permit
fee is based on the value of the construction multiplied by the
permit fee factor. The value of construction is the total dollar
value of the following elements: value of work associated with
structural, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, interior finishes, and
normal site preparation.
108.9.2 Determining value of construction. The value of
construction is the total dollar value of all construction proposed
with a request for permit. The value of construction for new
buildings and/or additions to existing buildings that increase the
floor area shall be determined by using the higher value between
the two following computed values of construction - the value
established by using the current ICC Building Valuation Data
chart for average construction or the value that is established by
the applicant's estimate. The applicant's value of construction
shall be specified on the permit application. The value of
construction for improvements not considered new buildings
and/or additions to existing buildings shall be the value of
construction established by the applicant's actual cost. The
applicant's cost of construction shall be specified on the permit
application. The value of construction for improvements not
listed or identified in section 108.9.1 such as, but not limited to,
site clearing and grubbing, drainage, site excavation, site fill,
irrigation, landscaping, paving, sign, site lighting and special
structural, electrical, plumbing and mechanical systems shall be
the value of construction that is established by the applicant's
estimate. The applicant's value of construction shall be specified
on the permit application. The value of construction for all
improvements shown on the plans submitted for permit(s) shall
determine the total permit fee. In all cases, the value of
construction estimated by the applicant shall include the dollar
value of all the elements listed in Section 108.9.1. The ICC
Building Valuation Data is based on the elements listed in
Section 108.9.1.
108.9.3 Applying the ICC valuation of construction. The
ICC Building Valuation Data chart is produced twice a year. To
determine the value of construction using the ICC Building
Valuation Data chart, apply the following: find on the chart the
Occupancy Classification and Type of Construction that matches
that which is identified on the plans submitted for permit, take
the average per foot value for the appropriate occupancy
classification and type of construction, and multiply that dollar
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value by the gross floor area of the building. To determine the
value of construction for residential occupancy classifications,
apply 100% of the average per foot value for the gross floor
area of living space, apply 50% of the average per foot value for
the gross floor area of garages and other areas as determined by
the building official or his/her designee and apply 25% of the
average per foot value for gross floor area of opened roofed
area. The building valuation data chart includes values for
unfinished basements, fire sprinklers, elevators and, where
applicable, they shall be added to the other values to determine
the total value of construction. For special occupancy
classifications not listed in the ICC Valuation Chart, the value of
construction shall be based on the cost estimate that the
applicant specifies on the permit application.
108.9.4 Valuation. If, in the opinion of the building official
and/or the building official's designee, there is a question
regarding the valuation of the construction that the applicant
specified on the permit application, the permit shall be denied
until the applicant provides written detailed estimates, and/or a
bona fide signed contract for the proposed improvements. The
detailed estimates and/or bona fide signed contract shall be
approved by the building official and/or the building official's
designee.
108.9.5 Valuation alternatives. The building official may
consider alternative valuations prepared by an independent
expert only when accompanied by proper certification that the
values include all elements defined on the plans submitted for
permit.
108.9.6 Refunds. Refunds may be granted only for the other
fees that are collected in conjunction with issuing a permit.
Contact the building official or his/her designated representative
for the procedures that are required to be followed to request a
refund.
108.10 Contractors
108.10.1 Contractor's responsibilities. It shall be the duty of
every contractor who shall make contract for the installation or
repairs of a building, structure, electrical, gas, mechanical or
plumbing system, for which a permit is required to comply with
state or local rules and regulations concerning licensing and
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inspections which the applicable governing authority may have
adopted.
108.10.2 Residential owner/builder exemption
responsibilities. Pursuant to provisions of Chapter 489.103 and
489.503, Florida Statutes, a sole owner may make application
for permit and must provide direct on site supervision with the
construction, maintenance, alterations, or repairs of a single
family or duplex residence for his/her OWN USE AND
OCCUPANCY and not intended for sale. The construction of
more than one residence by an individual owner in any 12-
month period shall be construed as contracting and, such owner
shall then be required to be licensed as a contractor
108.10.3 Non-residential owner/builder exemption
responsibilities. An owner of any building may make
application for a building permit for work in a building that is for
his/her OWN USE AND OCCUPANCY, and wherein the work
does not exceed a maximum of $25,000 within any 12-month
period.
SECTION 109
INSPECTIONS
109.1 General. Construction or work for which a permit is required
shall be subject to inspection by the building official and such
construction or work shall remain accessible and exposed for
inspection purposes until approved. Approval as a result of an
inspection shall not be construed to be an approval of a violation of the
provisions of this code or of other ordinances of the jurisdiction.
Inspections presuming to give authority to violate or cancel the
provisions of this code or of other ordinances of the jurisdiction shall
not be valid. It shall be the duty of the permit applicant to cause the
work to remain accessible and exposed for inspection purposes.
Neither the building official nor the jurisdiction shall be liable for
expense entailed in the removal or replacement of any material
required to allow inspection.
109.2 Preliminary inspection. Before issuing a permit, the building
official is authorized to examine or cause to be examined buildings,
structures and sites for which an application has been filed.
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109.2.1 Existing building inspections. Before issuing a
permit, the building official may examine or cause to be
examined any building, electrical, gas, mechanical, or plumbing
systems for which an application has been received for a permit
to enlarge, alter, repair, move, demolish, install, or change the
occupancy. He/she may inspect the buildings, structures,
electrical, gas, mechanical and plumbing systems, from time to
time, before, during and upon completion of the work for which a
permit was issued. He/she shall make a record of every such
examination and inspection and of all observed violations of the
technical codes. Additional regulations in the Florida Building
Code Existing Building code may apply.
109.2.2 Manufacturers and fabricators. When deemed
necessary by the building official, he/she shall make, or cause to
be made, an inspection of materials or assemblies at the point of
manufacture or fabrication. A record shall be made of every such
examination and inspection and of all violations of the technical
codes.
109.3 Required inspections. The building official upon notification
from the permit holder or his or her agent shall make the following
inspections, and such other inspections as deemed necessary, and
shall either release that portion of the construction or shall notify the
permit holder or his or her agent of any violations which must be
corrected in order to comply with the technical codes. The building
official shall determine the timing and sequencing of when inspections
occur and what elements are inspected at each inspection. A complete
survey, or special purpose survey may be required before an
inspection is approved. The building official shall have the authority to
accept affidavits as proof of compliance.
A. Building
1. Foundation inspections. To be made after trenches are
excavated and forms erected and shall at a minimum
include the following building components:
-Stem-wall
-Monolithic slab-on-grade
-Piling/pile caps
-Footers/grade beams
2. Framing inspections. To be made after the roof, all
framing, fire blocking and bracing is in place, all concealing
wiring, all pipes, chimneys, ducts and vents are complete
and shall at a minimum include the following building
components:
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-Window/door framing
-Vertical cells/columns
-Lintel/tie beams (including truss layout drawings)
- Fra m i ng/trusses/bracing/con nectors
-Draft stopping/fire blocking
-Curtain wall framing
-Energy insulation
-Accessibility.
-Drywall
3. Sheathing inspections. To be made either as part of a
dry-in inspection or done separately at the request of the
contractor after all roof and wall sheathing and fasteners
are complete and shall at a minimum include the following
building components:
-Roof sheathing
-Wall sheathing
-Sheathing fasteners
-Roof/wall dry-in
-Sheathing/cladding inspection
-Gypsum board, as required
4. Roofing inspections. Shall at a minimum include the
following building components:
-Dry-in
-Insulation
-Roof coverings (including In Progress)
-Flashing
5. Final inspection. To be made after the building is
completed and ready for occupancy.
6. Swimming pool inspection:
-first inspection to be made after excavation and
installation of reinforcing steel, bonding
and main drain and prior to placing of concrete
-perimeter plumbing
-pool deck (including soil reports as applicable,
paver-type decks, or special perimeter footings or
deck features)
-final alarm/electrical inspection prior to filling with
water
-final inspection to be made when the swimming
pool is complete and all required enclosure
requirements are in place
-final Gas (if applicable)
7. Storm Shutter Inspection
-to ensure compliance to Section 1606.1.4
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8. Demolition Inspections:
efirst inspection to be made after all utility
connections have been disconnected and secured in
such manner that no unsafe or unsanitary condition
shall exit during or after demolition operations.
efinal inspection to be made after all demolition work
is completed.
9. Manufactured building inspections. The building
department shall inspect construction of foundations;
connecting buildings to foundations; installation of parts
identified on plans as site installed items, joining the
modules, including utility crossovers; utility connections
from the building to utility lines on site; and any other
work done on site which requires compliance with the
Florida Building Code. Additional inspections may be
required for public educational facilities (see Section
423.27.20).
B. Electrical
1. Underground inspection (including bonding and ground).
To be made after trenches or ditches are excavated,
conduit or cable installed, and before any backfill is put in
place.
2. Rough-in inspection. To be made after the roof, framing,
fireblocking and bracing is in place and prior to the
installation of wall or ceiling membranes.
3. Low Voltage: To be made for security, alarm, elevator,
and special uses prior to being covered from view.
4. Final inspection. To be made after the building is
complete, all required electrical fixtures are in place and
properly connected or protected, and the structure is ready
for occupancy.
c. Plumbing
1. Underground inspection: To be made after trenches or
ditches are excavated, piping installed, and before any
backfill is put in place.
2. Rough-In inspection: To be made after the roof,
framing, fire blocking and bracing is in place and all soil,
waste and vent piping is complete, and prior to this
installation of wall or ceiling membranes.
3. Final inspection: To be made after the building is
complete, all plumbing fixtures are in place and properly
connected, and the structure is ready for occupancy.
Note: See Section 312 of the Florida Building Code,
Plumbing, for required tests.
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D. Mechanical
1. Underground inspection. To be made after trenches or
ditches are excavated, underground duct and fuel piping
installed, and before any backfill is put in place.
2. Rough-in inspection. To be made after the roof, framing,
fire blocking and bracing are in place and all ducting, and
other concealed components are complete, and prior to the
installation of wall or ceiling membranes.
3. Final inspection. To be made after the building is
complete, the mechanical system is in place and properly
connected, and the structure is ready for occupancy.
E.Gas
1. Rough piping inspection. To be made after all new
piping authorized by the permit has been installed, and
before any such piping has been covered or concealed or
any fixtures or gas appliances have been connected. This
inspection shall include a pressure test.
2. Final piping inspection. To be made after all piping
authorized by the permit has been installed and after all
portions which are to be concealed by plastering or
otherwise have been so concealed, and before any fixtures
or gas appliances have been connected. This inspection
shall include a pressure test.
3. Final inspection. To be made on all new gas work
authorized by the permit and such portions of existing
systems as may be affected by new work or any changes,
to ensure compliance with all the requirements of this code
and to assure that the installation and construction of the
gas system is in accordance with reviewed plans.
109.3.1 Written release. Work shall not be done on any part
of a building, structure, electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing
system beyond the point indicted in each successive inspection
without first obtaining a written release from the building official.
Such written release shall be given only after an inspection has
been made of each successive step in the construction or
installation as indicated by each of the foregoing inspections.
109.3.2 Failure to obtain required inspections. The permit
applicant's failure to obtain required inspections may necessitate
uncovering concealed work to facilitate inspection. The cost of
testing, certification or additional fees shall be born by the
applicant. In addition, the building official may refuse to issue a
building permit or issue a permit with specific conditions if the
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local Building Board of Adjustment and Appeals, through a public
hearing which affords due process, has found the contractor
guilty of a willful building code violation, fraud or disregard for
inspection requirements.
109.3.3 Reinforcing steel and structural frames. Reinforcing
steel or structural framework of any part of any building or
structure shall not be covered or concealed without first
obtaining a release from the building official. Certification that
field welding and structural bolted connections meet design plan
requirements shall be submitted to the building official, upon
request. Certification of weld and bolted connections shall be
from a third party independent agency.
109.3.4 Termites. Building components and building
surroundings required to be protected from termite damage in
accordance with Section 1503.6, Section 2304.13 or Section
2304.11.6, specifically required to be inspected for termites in
accordance with Section 2114, or required to have chemical soil
treatment in accordance with Section 1816 shall not be covered
or concealed until the release from the building official has been
received.
109.3.5 Shoring. For threshold buildings, shoring and
associated formwork or falsework shall be designed and
inspected by a Florida licensed professional engineer, employed
by the permit holder or subcontractor, prior to any required
mandatory inspections by the threshold building inspector.
109.3.6 Threshold building.
109.3.6.1 The enforcing agency shall require a special
inspector to perform structural inspections on a threshold
building pursuant to a structural inspection plan prepared
by the engineer or architect of record. The structural
inspection plan must be submitted to the enforcing agency
prior to the issuance of a building permit for the
construction of a threshold building. The purpose of the
structural inspection plans is to provide specific inspection
procedures and schedules so that the building can be
adequately inspected for compliance with the permitted
documents.
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109.3.6.2 The special inspector shall inspect the shoring
and re-shoring for conformance to the shoring and re-
shoring plans submitted to the enforcing agency. A fee
simple title owner of a building which does not meet the
minimum size, height, occupancy, occupancy classification
or number-of-stories criteria which would result in
classification as a threshold building under Section
553.71(7) Florida Statutes, may designate such building as
a threshold building, subject to more than the minimum
number of inspections required by the Florida Building
Code, Building.
109.3.6.3 The fee owner of a threshold building shall
select and pay all costs of employing a special inspector,
but the special inspector shall be responsible to the
enforcement agency. The inspector shall be a person
certified, licensed or registered under Chapter 471, Florida
Statutes, as an engineer or under Chapter 481, Florida
Statutes, as an architect.
109.3.6.4 Each enforcement agency shall require that, on
every threshold building:
109.3.6.4.1 The special inspector, upon completion
of the building and prior to the issuance of a
certificate of occupancy, file a signed and sealed
statement with the enforcement agency in
substantially the following form:
"To the best of my knowledge and belief, the above
described construction of all structural load-bearing
components complies with the permitted documents, and
the shoring and re-shoring conforms to the shoring and re-
shoring plans submitted to the enforcement agency."
109.3.6.4.2 Any proposal to install an alternate
structural product or system to which building codes
apply be submitted to the enforcement agency for
review for compliance with the codes and made part
of the enforcement agency's recorded set of permit
documents.
109.3.6.4.3 All shoring and re-shoring procedures,
plans and details be submitted to the enforcement
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agency for record keeping. Each shoring and re-
shoring installation shall be supervised, inspected
and certified to be in compliance with the shoring
documents by the contractor.
109.3.6.4.4 All plans for the building which are
required to be signed and sealed by the architect or
engineer of record contain a statement that, to the
best of the architect's or engineer's knowledge, the
plans and specifications comply with the applicable
minimum building codes and the applicable fire-
safety standards as determined by the local authority
in accordance with this section and Chapter 633,
Florida Statutes.
109.3.6.5 No enforcing agency may issue a building
permit for construction of any threshold building except to
a licensed general contractor, as defined in Section
489.105(3)(a), Florida Statutes, or to a licensed building
contractor, as defined in Section 489.105(3)(b), Florida
Statutes, within the scope of her or his license. The named
contractor to whom the building permit is issued shall have
the responsibility for supervision, direction, management
and control of the construction activities on the project for
which the building permit was issued.
109.3.6.6 The building department may allow a special
inspector to conduct the minimum structural inspection of
threshold buildings required by this code, Section 553.73,
Florida Statutes, without duplicative inspection by the
building department. The building official is responsible for
ensuring that any person conducting inspections is
qualified as a building inspector under Part XII of Chapter
468, Florida Statutes, or certified as a special inspector
under Chapter 471 or 481, Florida Statutes. Inspections of
threshold buildings required by Section 553.79(5), Florida
Statutes, are in addition to the minimum inspections
required by this code.
109.3.7 Other inspection services. The building official may
make, or cause to be made by others, the inspections required
by Section 109. He/she may accept reports of inspectors of
recognized inspection services, provided that after investigation
he/she is satisfied as to their qualifications and reliability. A
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certificate called for by any provision of the technical codes shall
not be based on such reports unless the same are in writing and
certified by a responsible officer of such service. The building
official may require the owner to employ an inspection service in
the following instances:
1. For buildings or additions of Type I or Type II construction
2. For all major structural alterations
3. Where the concrete design is based on compressive strength
(f 'c) in excess of 3000 pounds per square inch
4. For pile driving
5. For buildings with area greater than 20,000 square foot
6. For buildings more than 2 stories in height
7. For buildings and structures of unusual design or methods of
construction
Such inspectors shall be adequately present at times work is
underway on the structural elements of the building. Such
inspectors shall be a registered architect, or engineer, or a
person licensed under Chapter 468, Part XII, Florida Statutes.
Such inspectors shall submit weekly progress reports including
the daily inspections to the building official, and including a code
compliance opinion of the Resident Inspector.
At the completion of the construction work or project, such
inspectors shall submit a certificate of compliance to the building
official, stating that the work was done in compliance with this
code and in accordance with the permitted drawing. Final
inspection shall be made by the building official before a
Certificate of Occupancy or Certificate of Completion is issued;
and confirmation inspections may be made at any time to
monitor activities and resident inspectors.
109.3.8 Plaster fire protection. In all buildings where plaster
is used for fire protection purposes, the permit holder or his
agent shall notify the building official after all lathing and
backing is in place. Plaster shall not be applied until the release
from the building official has been received.
109.3.9 Fire resistant joints and penetrations. The
protection of joints and penetrations in required fire resistant
construction assemblies shall not be covered or concealed from
view without first obtaining a release from the building official.
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109.3.10 Impact of construction All construction activity
regulated by this code shall be performed in a manner so as not
to adversely impact the condition of adjacent property, unless
such activity is permitted to affect said property pursuant to a
consent granted by the applicable property owner, under terms
or conditions agreeable to the applicable property owner. This
includes, but is not limited to, the control of dust, noise, water or
drainage run-offs, debris, and the storage of construction
materials. New construction activity shall not adversely impact
legal historic surface water drainage flows serving adjacent
properties, and may require special drainage design complying
with engineering standards to preserve the positive drainage
patterns of the affected sites. Accordingly, developers,
contractors and owners of all new residential development,
including additions, patios, driveways, decks or similar items, on
existing properties resulting in a significant decrease in excess of
800 square feet of permeable land area on any parcel or has
altered the drainage flow on the developed property shall, as a
permit condition, provide a professionally prepared drainage plan
clearly indicating compliance with this paragraph. Upon
completion of the improvement, a certification from a licensed
engineer shall be submitted to the inspector in order to receive
approval of the final inspection.
109.3.11 Freeboard. The finish floor elevation of all habitable
space in new construction not located in a flood zone shall be
elevated a minimum of twelve inches above the crown of the
road.
109.4 Inspections prior to issuance of Certificate of Occupancy
or Completion. The building official shall inspect or cause to be
inspected, at various intervals, all construction or work for which a
permit is required, and a final inspection shall be made of every
building, structure, electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing system
upon completion, prior to the issuance of the Certificate of Occupancy
or Certificate of Completion. In performing inspections, the building
official shall give first priority to inspections of the construction,
addition, or renovation to, any facilities owned or controlled by a state
university, state community college or publiC school district.
109.5 Inspection requests. It shall be the duty of the holder of the
building permit or their dUly authorized agent to notify the building
official when work is ready for inspection. It shall be the duty of the
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permit holder to provide access to and means for inspections of such
work that are required by this code.
109.6 Approval required. Work shall not be done beyond the point
indicated in each successive inspection without first obtaining the
approval of the building official. The building official, upon notification,
shall make the requested inspections and shall either indicate the
portion of the construction that is satisfactory as completed, or notify
the permit holder or his or her agent wherein the same fails to comply
with this code. Any portions that do not comply shall be corrected and
such portion shall not be covered or concealed until authorized by the
building official.
SECTION 110
CERTIFICATES AND BUILDING USE
110.1 Certificate of Occupancy
110.1.1 Building occupancy. A new building shall not be
occupied or a change made in the occupancy, nature or use of a
building or part of a building until after the building official has
issued a Certificate of Occupancy. Said certificate shall not be
issued until all required electrical, gas, mechanical, plumbing and
fire protection systems have been inspected for compliance with
the technical codes and other applicable laws and ordinances and
released by the building official.
110.1.2 Issuing Certificate of Occupancy. Upon satisfactory
completion of construction of a building or structure and
installation of electrical, gas, mechanical and plumbing systems
in accordance with the technical codes, reviewed plans and
specifications, and after the final inspection, the building official
shall issue a Certificate of Occupancy. The building official shall
issue a certificate of occupancy that contains the following:
1. The building permit number.
2. The address of the structure.
3. The name and address of the owner.
4. A description of that portion of the structure for which the
certificate is issued.
5. A statement that the described portion of the structure has
been inspected for compliance with the requirements of this
code for the occupancy and division of occupancy and the use
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for which the proposed occupancy is classified.
6. The name of the building official.
7. The edition of the code under which the permit was issued.
8. The use and occupancy, in accordance with the provisions of
Chapter 3.
9. The type of construction as defined in Chapter 6.
10. The design occupant load.
11. If an automatic sprinkler system is provided, whether the
sprinkler system is required.
12. Any special stipulations and conditions of the building
permit.
110.1.3 Temporary/partial occupancy. A 30-day
temporary/partial Certificate of Occupancy or Certificate of
Completion may be issued for a portion or portions of a building
that may safely be occupied prior to final completion of the
building. The building official shall have the authority, once all
life safety issues have been complied with, to require an
applicant to provide adequate cash surety for unfinished work or
revision of plans until a permanent Certificate of Occupancy or
Certificate of Completion is granted. The purpose of the cash
surety is to insure completion of work under this permit. Such
cash surety shall be equal to one hundred ten percent (110%) of
the estimated value of the remaining work, including labor and
material, as determined by the design professional. The design
professional shall submit a signed and sealed document attesting
to the amount required to cover the cash surety. If work has not
been completed and all finals requested within 90 days of
issuance of the initial Temporary/Partial Certificate of Occupancy
or Certificate of Completion, the City retains the right to have
the applicant surrender the cash surety. The City then may use
the surety to finish the remaining work. The surety shall be in
the form of cash money, certified check, or cashiers check.
Surety shall be returned upon approval of all final inspections
and upon written request that has been approved by the building
official.
110.2 Certificate of Completion. Upon satisfactory completion of a
building, structure, electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing system, a
Certificate of Completion may be issued. This certificate is proof that a
structure or system is complete and for certain types of permits is
released for use and may be connected to a utility system. This
certificate does not grant authority to occupy or connect a building,
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such as a shell building, prior to the issuance of a Certificate of
Occupancy.
110.3 Service Utilities
110.3.1 Connection of service utilities. No person shall make
connections from a utility, source of energy, fuel or power to any
building or system which is regulated by the technical codes for
which a permit is required, until released by the building official
and a Certificate of Occupancy or Completion is issued. The
servicing utility company shall not connect the power supply
until notified by the building official.
110.3.2 Temporary connection. The building official may
authorize the temporary connection of the building or system to
the utility source of energy, fuel or power for the purpose of
testing building service systems or for use under a temporary
Certificate of Occupancy.
110.3.3 Authority to disconnect service utilities The
building official shall have the authority to authorize
disconnection of utility service to the building, structure or
system regulated by the technical codes, in case of emergency
where necessary to eliminate an immediate hazard to life, or
property, or unsafe condition. The building official shall notify the
serving utility and, whenever possible, the owner and occupant
of the building, structure or service system of the decision to
disconnect prior to taking such action. If not notified prior to
disconnecting, the owner or occupant of the building, structure
or service system shall be notified in writing, as soon as practical
thereafter.
110.4 Posting floor loads
110.4.1 Occupancy. An existing or new building shall not be
occupied for any purpose that will cause the floors thereof to be
loaded beyond their safe capacity. The building official may
permit occupancy of a building for mercantile, commercial or
industrial purposes, by a specific business, when he/she is
satisfied that such capacity will not thereby be exceeded.
110.4.2 Storage and factory-industrial occupancies. It shall
be the responSibility of the owner, agent, proprietor or occupant
of Group S and Group F occupancies, or any occupancy where
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excessive floor loading is likely to occur, to employ a competent
architect or engineer in computing the safe load capacity. All
such computations shall be accompanied by an affidavit from the
architect or engineer stating the safe allowable floor load on
each floor in pounds per square foot uniformly distributed. The
computations and affidavit shall be filed as a permanent record
of the building division.
110.4.3 Signs required. In every building or part of a building
used for storage, industrial or hazardous purposes, the safe floor
loads, as reviewed by the building official on the plan, shall be
marked on plates of approved design which shall be supplied and
securely affixed by the owner of the building in a conspicuous
place in each story to which they relate. Such plates shall not be
removed or defaced, and if lost, removed or defaced, shall be
replaced by the owner of the building.
SECTION 111
TESTS
The building official may require tests or test reports as proof of
compliance with applicable sections of this code. Required tests are to
be made at the expense of the owner, or agent, by an approved
testing laboratory or other approved agency.
SECTION 112
BUILDING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT AND APPEALS
112.1 Appointment There is hereby established a board to be called
the Building Board of Adjustment and Appeals, which shall consist of
seven members and two alternates. The applicable governing bOdy
shall appoint the Board.
112.2 Membership and Terms
112.2.1 Membership. The Building Board of Adjustment and
Appeals shall consist of seven members. Such board members
shall be composed of individuals with knowledge and experience
in the technical codes to include an architect, engineer, general
contractor, electrical contractor, HVAC contractor, plumbing
contractor, and any other contractor licensed category. In
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addition to the regular members, there should be two alternate
members, one member with the qualifications referenced above
and one member at large from the public. A board member shall
not act in a case in which he has a personal or financial interest.
112.2.2 Terms. The terms of office of the board members shall
be staggered so no more than one-third of the board is
appointed or replaced in any 12-month period. The two
alternates, if appointed, shall serve one-year terms. Vacancies
shall be filled for an unexpired term in the manner in which
original appointments are required to be made. Three absences
of any member from required meetings of the board shall in a 12
month period, at the discretion of the applicable governing body,
render any such member subject to immediate removal from
office.
112.2.3 Quorum and voting. A simple majority of the board
shall constitute a quorum. In varying any provision of this code,
the affirmative votes of the majority present, but not less than
three affirmative votes, shall be required. In modifying a
decision of the building official, not less than four affirmative
votes, but not less than a majority of the board, shall be
required. In the event that regular members are unable to
attend a meeting, the alternate members, if appointed, shall
vote.
112.2.4 Secretary of board. The building official or his/her
authorized representative shall act as secretary of the board and
shall make a detailed record of all of its proceedings, which shall
set forth the reasons for its decision, the vote of each member,
the absence of a member, and any failure of a member to vote.
112.3 Powers. The Building Board of Adjustments and Appeals shall
have the power, as further defined in 112.4, to hear appeals of
decisions and interpretations of the building official and consider
variances of the technical codes.
112.4 Appeals
112.4.1 Decision of the building official. The owner of a
building, structure or service system, or duly authorized agent,
may appeal a decision of the building official to the Building
Board of Adjustment and Appeals whenever anyone of the
following conditions are claimed to exist:
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1. The building official rejected or refused to approve the
mode or manner of construction proposed to be
followed or materials to be used in the installation or
alteration of a building, structure or service system.
2. The provisions of this code do not apply to this specific
case.
3. That an equally good or more desirable form of
installation can be employed in an specific case.
4. The true intent and meaning of this code or any of the
regulations hereunder have been misconstrued or
incorrectly interpreted.
112.4.2 Variances. The Building Board of Adjustments and
Appeals, when so appealed to and after a hearing, may vary the
application of any provision of this code to any particular case
when, in its opinion, the enforcement thereof would do manifest
injustice and would be contrary to the spirit and purpose of this
or the technical codes or public interest, and also finds all of the
following:
1. That special conditions and circumstances exist which
are peculiar to the building, structure or service system
involved and which are not applicable to others.
2. That the special conditions and circumstances do not
result from the action or inaction of the applicant.
3. That granting the variance requested will not confer on
the applicant any special privilege that is denied by this
code to other buildings, structures or service system.
4. That the variance granted is the minimum variance that
will make possible the reasonable use of the building,
structure or service system.
5. That the grant of the variance will be in harmony with
the general intent and purpose of this code and will not
be detrimental to the public health, safety and general
welfare.
112.4.2.1 Conditions of the variance. In granting the
variance, the board may prescribe a reasonable time limit
within which the action for which the variance is required
shall be commenced or completed or both. In addition, the
board may prescribe appropriate conditions and safeguards
in conformity with this code. Violation of the conditions of
a variance shall be deemed a violation of this code.
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112.4.3 Notice of appeal. Notice of appeal shall be in writing
and filed within 30 calendar days after the building official
renders the decision. Appeals shall be in a form acceptable to
the building official.
112.4.4 Unsafe or dangerous buildings or service systems.
In the case of a building, structure or service system, which in
the opinion of the building official, is unsafe, unsanitary or
dangerous, the building official may, in the order, limit the time
for such appeals to a shorter period.
112.5 Procedures of the board.
112.5.1 Rules and regulations. The board shall establish rules
and regulations for its own procedure not inconsistent with the
provisions of this code. The board shall meet on call of the
chairman. The board shall meet within 30 calendar days after
notice of appeal has been received.
112.5.2 Decisions. The Building Board of Adjustment and
Appeals shall, in every case, reach a decision without
unreasonable or unnecessary delay. Each decision of the board
shall also include the reasons for the decision. If a decision of
the board reverses or modifies a refusal, order, or disallowance
of the building official or varies the application of any provision
of this code, the building official shall immediately take action in
accordance with such decision. Every decision shall be promptly
filed in writing in the office of the building official and shall be
open to public inspection. A certified copy of the decision shall be
sent by mail or otherwise to the appellant and a copy shall be
kept publicly posted in the office of the building official for two
weeks after filing. Every decision of the board shall be final;
subject however to such remedy as any aggrieved party might
have at law or in equity.
SECTION 113
SEVERABILITY
If any section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase of this code is
for any reason held to be unconstitutional, such decision shall not
affect the validity of the remaining portions of this code.
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SECTION 114
STOP WORK ORDER
114.1 Authority.
Whenever the building official finds any work regulated by this code
being performed in a manner either contrary to the provisions of this
code or dangerous or unsafe, the building official is authorized to issue
a stop work order.
114.2 Issuance.
The stop work order shall be in writing and shall be given to the owner
of the property involved, or to the owner's agent, or to the person
doing the work. Upon issuance of a stop work order, the cited work
shall immediately cease. The stop work order shall state the reason for
the order, and the conditions under which the cited work will be
permitted to resume.
114.3 Unlawful continuance.
Any person who shall continue My work after having been served with
a stop work order, except such work as that person is directed to
perform to remove a violation or unsafe condition, shall be subject to
penalties as prescribed by law.
SECTION 115
Reserved
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SECTION 116
(Section 1609, Florida Building Code)
WIND LOADS
116.1 Basic wind speed. The basic wind speed in miles per hour, for
the development of wind loads, shall be determined from Figure 1609,
said Basic Wind Speed for Palm Beach County being:
3 Second Gust All Locations In
120 mph R35E
.130 mph R36E, R37E, R38E
140 mph R39E through R43E
as depicted on map Figure 1609 is hereby added to this code.
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The following table specifies the Boynton Beach Administrative
Amendments section where a change is located and explains what/why
the code was changed. In most instances these changes refiect
language cleanup Items that results in a language more in line with
that found in codes and statutes (Iegal-ese). Other changes remove
imposed restrictions that are not In line with the current Florida
Building Code or that are necessary to bring the amendments in line
with the current Florida Statutes.
Code Se...:tion
Table of Contents
Section 101.2
Section 101.2
Exception 2
Section 101.4
Section 101.4.9
Section 101.4.10
Section 102.1.1
Section 102.2
Section 102.2 e)
Section 103.3
Section 103.4
Reason for Chan e
SectIon has been re-titled to align with Florida
Buildln Code 2004 Administrative section.
This is a language cleanup item to mirror the
language in the Rorida Building Code 2004
Administrative section.
Chapter 34 of the Rorida Building Code is no
longer applicable to existing buildings. The Rorida
Building Code 2004, Existing Building volume is
the ovemin code.
Lan ua e c1eanu items.
This section was added to clarify the code that is
a llcable to exlstln build In s.
This is a re-number to allow for section 101.4.9
and it was a duplication of 101.4.7 when the
current amendments were adopted and was
missed at review.
This revision eliminates the specifics that were
^ added by Palm Beach County in their draft: of the
amendments. The language eliminated is not
contained in the Florida Building Code
Administrative section.
This language added again clarifies the applicable
code for exlstin buildin s.
This is a language cleanup item that clarifies the
intent of the a llcablli of the referenced statute.
This change removes language that severely
restricts outside employment in that it limits that
employment to being an instructor. This may
produce an economic hardship on a family since
the requirements for instructional positions usually
ulre a coli e d ree.
This language addition clarifies that the building
department records will be open to the public in
accordance with Rorida Statutes.
Section 104.4.1 Language clarification/cleanup item.
Section 104.5 Language cleanup item.
Section 104.5.3 Language added for clarification purposes.
Section 104.5.4 The added language appears to have been left out
of the_previous amendments.
Section 105.1 The indicated language has been stricken in order
to eliminate any implied liability. The implication is
that by issuing a permit the City is stating that the
individual is competent for the work they are
doing. This mayor may not be the case but we do
not have any system in place to test for
competency. Florida Statutes 489.103 which
grants the exemption to owner builders places no
such restriction on owners who wish to do their
own work.
Section 105.1 This restriction being removed is not present in
"Roofing" the Florida Building Code or the Palm Beach
County Amendments. In view of the past two
hurricane seasons and the shortage of roofing
contractors and materials that follows, it places an
undue hardship on individuals who need to repair
their roof to prevent further water damage to the
interior.
Section 105.1.1 The language in these sections is redundant and
"Building" has been moved to Section 105.2 which addresses
"Mechanical" work that is exempt from the permit process.
"Electrical, Gas,
Plumbing"
Section 105.1.3 This entire section has been added back into our
amendments. It is present in the Florida Building
Code Administrative Section and the Palm Beach
County Amendments. It will provide for expedited
work to be done in large industrial type
occupancies such as the Publix Warehouse and will
also benefit City buildings with the many
maintenance tasks that are required on an annual
basis.
Section 105.1.4 This section follows along with section 105.1.3 for
record keeping requirements.
Section 105.2 The stricken and added language in this section
covers the redundant information removed from
section 105.1.1 and brings consistent uniformity to
the dollar values for exempt work. The minimum
has been increased due to the cost of materials in
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the present environment. In addition it removes
the restriction on Iimitina the work to one and two
famil\l dwellinas.
Section 105.2.3 This new language gives the Building official the
option of requiring a permit for temporary items.
These should be evaluated on a case by case basis
and the application of common sense safety will
determine whether a permit is reauired.
Section 105.12 This section is being added back into our local
amendments. It is present both in the Florida
Building Code Administrative Section and in the
Palm Beach County Amendments to the code. It
will allow builders and developers who are on a
tight schedule to begin construction - AT THEIR
OWN RISK.
Section 105.13 This section has been re-numbered to allow for
New section 105.12
Section 105.13 This section has been moved in its entirety. This
Deleted process is already covered by FS 553.791 -
Alternate Plans Review and Inspection. Since it
involves the Plan review process it has been
moved to section 106.6.
Section 105.14 This section has been added to bring our
amendments into conformance with the Florida
Building Code Administrative section and the Palm
Beach Countv Amendments.
Section 106.3.5.6 The language added here conforms to the
requirements in the Florida Building Code
Administrative section. In addition we have
devised a more expeditious way to process re-roof
permits that will eliminate the need for plan review
of these permits.
Section 106.6 This section has been relocated from 105.13 since
it deals with the plan review orocess.
Section 108.1 This has been corrected. The original refers back
to section 104.7. When you go to that section you
see that it is "Reserved".
Section 108.2 This section has been modified to clear up the
language and eliminate the information that is not
necessary. The language eliminated belongs in a
orocedure.
Section 108.5 Once again this section is modified to allow the
Building Official to determine when work can be
done without a oermit such as in emeraencv
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situations.
Section 108.9.1 This section has been modified to bring the
language into conformance with the language
accompanying the building valuation tables
published by the ICC which forms the basis for our
fee calculations (current table - Auo 2006)
Section 108.9.3 Per the new ICC tables the "Regional Modifier" is
no lonoer used.
Section 108.9.6 This language is removed because there is no
section 104.7.3 in our current amendments.
Section 108.10.2 The wording here has been changed to mirror that
contained in the owner-builder exemption in the
Statutes.
Section 108.10.3 The wording here has been changed to mirror that
in the Statutes for owners of commercial orooertv.
Section 109.2.1 Chapter 34 no longer applicable for existing
buildinos.
Section 109.3.10 The word pool has been stricken from this section
as it is not considered an imoervious area.
Section 111 Clarifies that the required tests are specified in
various sections of the different codes.
Section 114 This section has been re-Iabeled and re-worded to
conform with the Florida building Code
Administrative section.
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