Proposed House Bill Would Exempt Certain Work Below $7,500.00 and Certain Hurricane Preparedness Work from Permitting Requirements
HB 803 (2026) would amend Florida’s statutes regarding building permits to exempt certain work under $7,500.00 and certain hurricane preparedness efforts.
Proposed Amended Statute Would Allow Permits to be Issued in 5 Days for Work on Single Family Residences Valued at Less Than $15,000.00
HB 803 (2026) would amend 553.792 to allow building permits to be issued in 5 days for certain work on single family residences under $15,000.00.
Proposed Statute Would Allow Out of State Inspectors and Plans Examiners to be Licensed in Florida During a State of Emergency
HB 803 (2026) would create a new statue allowing out of state plans examiners and inspectors to assist building officials in Florida during a state of emergency if the bill is signed into law