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Codes Enforced by the Town of Fort Myers Beach:
- Fort Myers Beach Code of Ordinances
- Fort Myers Beach Land Development Code (LDC)
- Florida Statutes (F.S.)
- 2023 (8th Edition) Florida Building Codes (FBC) Effective for permits with application dates on or after December 31, 2023
- 2020 (7th Edition) Florida Building Codes (FBC) Effective for permits with application dates on or after December 31, 2020
- 2018 International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC)
- 2017 Florida Building Code
- 2017 National Electrical Code (NEC)
FEMA Guides:
- FEMA 029 NFIP Condominium Coverage
- FEMA 055 Coastal Construction Manual Volume II
- FEMA 084 Answers to Questions About the NFIP
- FEMA 213 Answer to Questions About Substantially Improved / Substantially Damaged Buildings
- FEMA 217 Benefits of Flood Insurance vs. Disaster Insurance
- FEMA 257 Mitigation of Flood and Erosion Damage to Residential Buildings in Coastal Areas
- FEMA 301 NFIP Increased Cost of Compliance Coverage
- FEMA 312 Homeowners Guide to Retrofitting
- FEMA 495 Adoption of Flood Insurance Rate Maps by Participating Communities
- FEMA 758 Substantial Improvement / Substantial Damage Desk Reference
- FEMA 2055 Post-Disaster Building Safety Evaluation Guidance
- FEMA B-690 Myths and Facts about the NFIP
- FEMA F-435 Questions and Answers about Flood Insurance for Real Estate Professionals
- FEMA F-436 Preferred Risk Policy for Homeowners and Renters
- FEMA F-437 Preferred Risk Policy for Business
- FEMA L-235 Homeowners Guide to Retrofitting
- FEMA NFIP TB-0 User's Guide to NFIP Technical Bulletins
- FEMA NFIP TB-1 Openings in Foundation Walls and Walls of Enclosures
- FEMA NFIP TB-2 Flood Damage Resistant Materials Requirements
- FEMA NFIP TB-3 Non-Residential Floodproofing Requirements and Certifications
- FEMA NFIP TB-4 Elevator Installation
- FEMA NFIP TB-5 Free of Obstruction Requirements
- FEMA NFIP TB-6 Below-Grade Parking Requirements
- FEMA NFIP TB-7 Wet Floodproofing Requirements and Limitations
- FEMA NFIP TB-8 Corrosion Protection of Metal Connectors in Coastal Areas
- FEMA NFIP TB-9 Design and Construction Guidance for Breakaway Walls Below Elevated Coastal Buildings
- FEMA NFIP TB-10 Ensuring That Structures Built on Fill In or Near Special Flood Hazard Areas Are Reasonably Safe From Flooding
- FEMA NFIP TB-11 Crawlspace Construction for Buildings Located in Special Flood Hazard Areas
- FEMA Coastal Hazards and Flood Mapping - A Visual Guide
- FEMA Distribution Center
- FEMA Increased Cost of Compliance Coverage Fact Sheet
- FEMA Increased Cost of Compliance Brochure
- FEMA Map Changes and Flood Insurance - What Property Owners Need To Know
- FEMA Protect Wells from Contamination by Flooding
- LOMA Process for Existing Structures
Other Resources:
- 50% Rule FAQ: Substantial Improvement / Substantial Damage
- About Window Systems - Design Wind Pressure, Impact Ratings, and Energy Conservation Requirements in Florida
- Asbestos and Natural Disasters Guide
- ATC Hazards By Location (Wind Speed Calculator-Most Buildings are Category II)
- Building Services Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Build Responsibly - Fort Myers Beach
- Coastal Barrier Resources Act Fact Sheet
- Consumer Pamphlet: Building a Home
- Construction Site Hurricane Preparedness Notice
- Contractors and Scope of Licensure
- DBPR License Assist Program - Steps to Obtaining a Construction License
- Elevation Certificate (EC) Checklist
- Florida Building Code (FBC) Effective Dates
- Fort Myers Beach Flood Information (new flood maps)
- Guide to Creating Building Code Compliant Documents
- Highlights from FMB Fence/Wall/Hedge Regulations
- Highlights of ASCE 24-14 Flood Resistant Design and Construction
- Interior Remodel Example Application
- Miami Dade Product Approval Search (Obtain impact rating, design pressures, and installation instructions including anchorage details, anchor type, size, and spacing.)
- Residential Swimming Pool Safety Act
- State of Florida Product Approval Search (Obtain impact rating, design pressures, and installation instructions including anchorage details, anchor type, size, and spacing.)
- Quick Guide to Floodplain Management in Florida
- US Consumer Product Safety Commission - Safety Barrier Guidelines for Pools
Other Agencies:
- American Society of Civil Engineers
- Official Internet Site of the Florida Legislature
- Federal Emergency Management Agency
- Florida Board of Professional Engineers
- Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR)
- Florida Department of Economic Opportunity
- International Code Council
- Lee Building Industry Association
- Municipal Code Corporation
Significant Code Changes – 2020 FBC
- 2020 FBC Changes - Buildings
- 2020 FBC Energy Analysis of Changes
- 2020 FBC Energy Conservation Analysis of Commercial and Residential Changes
- 2020 FBC Residential Analysis of Changes
- 2020 FBC Roofing Requirements
- 2020 FBC Wind Loads Analysis of Changes
- 2020 FBC Flood Resistant Provisions
- NEC 2017 Changes