Interpretation #7875

Published November 22, 2016

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Original Request

Code Version
2010
Code
BUILDING
Code Description
Chapter
1
Section
101.2 Scope
Topic
Exemptions

Question

Is it the intent to allow single family structures with transient public lodging (three stories or less & with separate means of egress) that are categorized as exempted from FBC Building requirements even though transient public lodging occupancy(s) equal to (a) Special Use & Occupancy requirements- Chapter 4- Section 431; (b) public lodging establishment(s) "vacation rental" per Fl. Statute 509.242; & (c) FBC Building Group R-1 (transient lodging) exist and are listed in the FBC Building requirements?

Answer Published 11/22/2016 at 11:35 AM

Yes

Commentary

Several interpretations on this issue exist in the system. The question has been asked and answered consistently with each edition of the Code.