Navigating Florida's HB 803 Permit Exemption: What You Need to Know

The "Small Project" Permit Trap arrives in Florida on July 1st.

Florida’s HB 803 introduces a $7,500 permit exemption for some residential projects, but the fine print is a minefield: especially in high-stakes jurisdictions like Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach. Assuming you're exempt when you aren't is the fastest route to "Red-Tags," stop-work orders, and mounting fines.

The Critical Caveats:
- Systems are NOT exempt: Electrical, plumbing, structural, and mechanical work still require permits, regardless of cost.
- Location matters: Properties in flood hazard areas do not qualify.
- No project splitting: Dividing a larger job to stay under $7,500 is strictly prohibited.

Violation Clinic specializes in the complexities that lead to notices of violation. While HB 803 aims for efficiency, it heightens the risk of accidental non-compliance. Don't wait for a special magistrate hearing to find out your "small" project was a big mistake.

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