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Interpretation #9507
February 24, 2026
Code Version: 2023
Code: ACCSCODE
Section: 1009.3
Topic: Sloped Entries
Interpretation #9505
February 19, 2026
Code Version: 2023
Code: BUILDING
Chapter: 16
Section: 1612.3
Topic: Obtaining a CLOMAR or a LOMAR prior to issuing a building permit.
Interpretation #9503
February 18, 2026
Code Version: 2023
Code: BUILDING
Chapter: 31
Section: 3109.3.4 (6)
Topic: Breakaway walls for "allowed use" enclosures below the 100 year design storm elevation
Interpretation #9501
February 16, 2026
Code Version: 2023
Code: ENERGY
Chapter: 4
Section: 403.2.7
Topic: Hot gas reheat and Exception 7
Interpretation #9500
February 13, 2026
Code Version: 2023
Code: BUILDING
Chapter: 10
Topic: Means of Egress
Interpretation #9498
February 11, 2026
Code Version: 2023
Code: BUILDING
Chapter: 1
Section: 105.5
Topic: Expired Permits
Interpretation #9497
February 10, 2026
Code Version: 2023
Code: PLUMBING
Chapter: 10
Section: 1003.3.1
Topic: Grease Interceptor Approved Listings
Interpretation #9494
February 04, 2026
Code Version: 2023
Code: ACCSCODE
Chapter: 2
Section: 208.2
Topic: Number of accessible parking spaces required.
Interpretation #9492
February 03, 2026
Code Version: 2023
Code: RESIDENT
Section: 321
Topic: Elevator sump pumps in single family residences
Interpretation #9491
January 29, 2026
Code Version: 2023
Code: ACCSCODE
Chapter: 2
Section: 202.4.1
Topic: Disproportionate Cost
Interpretation #9489
January 16, 2026
Code Version: 2023
Code: RESIDENT
Chapter: 9
Section: 905.1.1
Topic: ZIP System Roof Sheathing
Interpretation #9487
January 12, 2026
Code Version: 2023
Code: BUILDING
Section: Test Protocols for High Velocity Hurricane Zone, Eighth Edition, Roofing Application Standard (RAS) No.118-20 and No.120-20
Topic: Drawing 3 of RAS 118-20 and RAS 120-2-: non-wowen underlayment at valleys
Interpretation #9486
January 07, 2026
Code Version: 2023
Code: RESIDENT
Chapter: 9
Section: 905.1.1.1
Topic: Roof underlayment
Interpretation #9485
January 06, 2026
Code Version: 2023
Code: BUILDING
Chapter: 1
Section: 107.6.2
Topic: Affidavits Provided Pursuant to Section 553.791, Florida Statutes
Interpretation #9484
December 29, 2025
Code Version: 2023
Code: RESIDENT
Chapter: 3
Section: R302.2.2
Topic: Fire-retardent-treated roof sheathing under exception for a parapet
Interpretation #9482
December 16, 2025
Code Version: 2023
Code: EXTBLDG
Chapter: 5
Section: 501
Topic: Fire-resistance-rated separations in existing residential buildings
Interpretation #9480
December 16, 2025
Code Version: 2023
Code: RESIDENT
Chapter: 1
Section: 102.2.6
Topic: Permit exemptions
Interpretation #9479
December 16, 2025
Code Version: 2023
Code: ACCSCODE
Section: Fair Housing Accessibility Guidelines
Topic: Fair housing dwelling unit compliance, under the Florida Building Code
Interpretation #9478
December 15, 2025
Code Version: 2023
Code: BUILDING
Chapter: 4
Section: 420.5
Topic: Fire sprinklers in R-3 occupancies
Interpretation #9477
December 13, 2025
Code Version: 2023
Code: FUELGAS
Chapter: 4
Section: 404.12.1
Topic: Buried gas line