This episode focuses on new statutes effective from July 1, 2023, aiming to prevent local building and fire safety officials in Florida from imposing unwarranted requirements after issuing a permit. Building officials are now required to identify specific codes being violated under the new 553.79(2)(a)(1) statute. A failure to do so may result in disciplinary action against their state-issued certificate. Similarly, fire safety officials must also identify specific code violations according to the 633.208 statute. This legislation is a response to officials mandating changes post-permit without providing a basis for the alteration. Both laws necessitate officials to identify specific code chapters and sections, and provide this information to the permit holder in writing. Any official failing to comply risks disciplinary action against their certificate. Tune in to understand how these changes can protect your project from unnecessary alterations.
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About Alex Barthet
Alexander Barthet is a board certified construction attorney in Florida and holds a B.S. in mechanical engineering. He manages The Barthet Firm, a ten lawyer construction law firm in Miami, and maintains a construction law blog at www.TheLienZone.com. He can be reached at 305-347-5295 or alex@barthet.com.
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