(Mis)Interpreting the
Florida Building Code
The primary purpose of the building code is to provide a minimum building standard for protecting life and property. However, interpretation of the building code by home builders and code enforcement officials in the field can also have a negative impact on a homeowner’s desire for quality construction.
Professionals we work with:
Real Estate Agents And Attorneys
We'll work with your Realtor to expedite all solutions for your listing and help you get to the closing table.Whether its Expired Open Permits or Unpermitted Work that can put a hold on any real estate transaction, we are the solution.
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Site Verifications and Documentations of Existing Conditions
2 Permit Drawings and Building Department Disputes
Property Managers
Mainting properties can require constant compliance to new Fire Codes and Zoning Codes. Fortis Lamas Architects can help you with all code issues on Multi-Family Properties and Commercial Properties ranging from Parking Layouts and Site Lighting to Handicap Accessibility(A.D.A.) issues.
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Fire Department Issues and
Zoning Department Violations
Zoning Department Violations
2 Life Safety Plans and Vertical Accessibilty Violations
Home Owner Associations (H.O.A.)
Homeowner associations are basically small governments that are trying to keep their communities safe, while trying to maintain/increase the value of the resident’s homes. Assuring that changes to the property are to code is the best way to maintain home values.
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Site Lighting/Electrical Work
Irrigation System Layouts
Irrigation System Layouts
2 Zoning Code Violations
Fencing Requirements
Fencing Requirements
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