Interpretation #7781
Published June 03, 2016
Original Request
- Code Version
- 2014
- Code
- RESIDENT
- Code Description
- Chapter
- Section
- Administration
- Topic
- Signing and sealing of plans
Question
Regarding Florida Statute Chapter 481.229, for signing and sealing residential plans, some municipalities and plan reviewers do not accept plans that are not signed and sealed. It appears the building official can request and enforce amendments to the FBC, however, they need to follow Florida Statutes. Is it required that all plans be signed and sealed by Florida Registered Architect?
Answer Published 06/03/2016 at 2:36 PM
No. Florida Statute specifically exempts one-family or
two-family residence buildings, townhouses, or domestic
outbuildings appurtenant to such buildings regardless of
cost. (Ch. 481.229(1)(b))
two-family residence buildings, townhouses, or domestic
outbuildings appurtenant to such buildings regardless of
cost. (Ch. 481.229(1)(b))
Commentary
The exception to this rule is Miami-Dade and Broward
Counties which have special enabling acts that require
designs to be sealed by design professionals