§ 22-26. Adoption of and additions to the Florida Building Code.

(a)

Adoption. There is hereby adopted by reference, the Florida Building Code, Sixth Edition (2017), and any amendments thereto, to be enforced by Collier County in the unincorporated portions of the County.

(b)

Additions. The following exemptions are added to Section 105.2 of the Florida Building Code:

105.2.4. Exemptions for minor repairs residential. The following permit exemptions have been established for Collier County based on Section 102.2.5 (3) of the Florida Building Code and Section 553.80(3)(c), Florida Statutes.

Permit exemption is for owners of single family detached residences performing work on single family properties. All work performed shall comply with the standards of the Florida Building Code Residential.

Electrical:

1.

Repair work performed by licensed electrical contractors that does not exceed $1,500.00 in value of materials and labor.

2.

Repair or replace existing light fixtures and ceiling fans.

3.

Repair or replace electrical wall switches and wall outlet devices of 20 amps or less and 120 volts.

4.

Repair or replace the following low voltage (under 77 volts) devices:

(a)

Telephone

(b)

Television

(c)

Data Cable

(d)

Central Vacuum

(e)

Burglar Alarm

(f)

Intercom System

Plumbing

1.

Repair/replace work performed by licensed plumbing contractors that does not exceed $1,500.00 in value of materials and labor.

2.

Repair water solar panels by licensed plumbing contractors.

3.

Change out of an above ground LP tank 100 lbs or less.

4.

Repair irrigation system.

5.

Repair domestic water service/lines.

6.

Unclog sewer stoppage.

7.

Repair sewer line excluding repair or replacement of interceptors, separators by licensed plumbing contractors.

8.

Repair/replace faucets.

9.

Repair/replace water closet/bidet/urinal fixtures only.

10.

Repair/replace sink/lavatory/drinking fountain fixtures only.

11.

Repair/replace residential pool equipment other than pool heater.

12.

Repair/replace shut off valve on a domestic water line.

13.

Repair/replace and house pumps not exceeding 2 hp.

14.

Repair/replace residential disposal.

15.

Repair/replace residential dishwasher.

16.

Repair/replace like-for-like kind electric water heater up to 52-gallon capacity to include electrical connection.

17.

Repair/replacement of water purification/water softener equipment.

Mechanical

1.

Repair work performed by licensed mechanical contractors that does not exceed $1,500.00 in cost for parts and labor.

2.

Repair of air conditioning duct.

3.

Repair or replace coil, compressor or refrigerant piping by licensed mechanical contractor.

4.

Repair or replace non-combustion heating by licensed mechanical contractors.

5.

Repair ventilation fans.

6.

Replacement of window air conditioning unit.

7.

Installation of ductless ventilation and range hoods.

Building

1.

Repair work performed by licensed contractors per F.S. ch. 489 that is not structural in nature and does not change the occupancy, does not affect life safety and the value of which does not exceed $1,500.00 in labor and materials.

2.

The repair of any roof covering not exceeding $1,500.00 in value of materials and labor or work not exceeding two roofing squares (200 sq. ft.) in extent.

3.

Installation or repair of satellite dishes installed in accordance with manufacturers specifications and in compliance with local zoning requirements.

4.

Installation or repair of canvas or cloth covered awnings.

5.

Installation or repair of rain gutters.

6.

Enclosure of existing covered patios/balconies/porches with screening.

7.

Cement plaster (stucco) applied directly onto structures constructed of concrete masonry units. Application of cement plaster must meet or exceed the manufactures recommendations. All other applications will require a permit including, but not limited to, wood, Exterior Insulation Foam System (EIFS), brick, siding, or other application over metal lath or wire lath fabric.

8.

Door replacement including swinging, sliding, pivoting, and rolling which does not otherwise create a new opening, enlarge or reduce an existing opening, or require the removal of any exterior or interior finish material serving a single family residence or other miscellaneous utility building constructed on a residential zoned lot. This exemption shall not allow nor relieve the building owner, unit owner, installer or contractor from complying with wind load and opening protection requirements of the Florida Building Code.

9.

Movable cases, counters, and partitions not over 10 feet in height.

10.

Cabinetry, counter tops, painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, and other similar finish work. This exemption is not allowed nor applicable when the work or alteration affects the structural integrity of a load-bearing wall, or the fire-resistant material of a fire rated horizontal or vertical separation. Projects located within a designated flood zone are required to comply with the substantial improvement requirements and submit a cost breakdown for any work which may be exempted from permits.

11.

Swings and other playground equipment accessory. This exemption shall not allow nor permit the encroachment of setbacks or the erection of any unsafe, structurally unsound, or dilapidated structure. In the event the structure violates setbacks or is considered unsafe, structurally unsound, or dilapidated the building official may require a permit.

Note: All work shall comply with all applicable laws, ordinances, building codes and zoning regulations. To assure your safety and to assure proper construction and/or installation, those homeowners who are not familiar with the provisions and requirements of the Florida Building Code are encouraged to visit the website www2.iccsafe.org/states/fiorida_codes/ to review code requirements prior to doing any work or repairs or they can contact the county building department if they have any questions. Homeowners lacking the technical background and familiarity with the code requirements are encouraged to have the work done by a licensed professional or in the alternative apply for a permit where they will receive a technical review of the proposed work and where they will receive all required onsite technical inspections performed by a state licensed professional building inspector.

(Ord. No. 2012-14, § 1; Ord. No. 2015-36, § 1; Ord. No. 2017-52, § 1)