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Florida Construction Compliance: Document Review Considerations
Florida construction projects must comply with the Florida Building Code (FBC), which has distinct requirements for high-velocity hurricane zones in South Florida. Wind resistance, flood compliance, and product approval documentation are critical contradiction areas.
Requirements
Key compliance requirements
- FBC High-Velocity Hurricane Zone requirements for Miami-Dade and Broward
- Florida Product Approval documentation for windows, doors, and roofing
- Flood zone compliance documentation
- Energy code compliance per FBC Energy Conservation
Risk areas
Common contradiction areas
- Florida Product Approval requirements conflicting with specified products
- HVHZ impact resistance requirements conflicting with glazing specs
- Flood zone elevation requirements conflicting with site and architectural drawings