This past week, was the fourth of six interim committee meetings taking place before the 2020 Legislative Session convenes on January 14. FHBA President, Michael...
Archive for category: Florida Building Code
H.R. 3702 Vote Delayed
Thank you for your advocacy! Following the outpour of grassroots efforts, Congressional leaders have agreed to wait until November 11 to vote on H.R. 3702....
Federal Bill Puts Florida in the Bullseye
We need your help to contact your member of congress. Legislation is pending that puts Florida in the bullseye. Language is being added to HR...
How Should Florida Adopt Its Building Code – The Debate Continues
The debate on how the building code is adopted continues. The next several FBC meetings will address how future codes are adopted (starting with the...
Florida Building Commission (FBC) Approaching Completion of the First Draft of the Florida Building Code 7th Edition (2020)
The Florida Home Builders Association established a great track record over the last 18 months of the code change process. The process entailed at least...
NAHB Sees Success in Current Code Development Cycle
Thanks in large part to NAHB members and their tireless efforts to educate codes officials, none of the 26 high-priority code change proposals opposed by...
The 2019 Legislative Wrap-Up
If I had to sum up the 2019 Legislative Session for the home building industry in one word, OUTSTANDING! The tenor of the House and...
Opportunity to Change Fire and Building Codes
If you’ve ever wanted to make changes during the establishment of Florida Fire and Building Codes, this is your opportunity! The Florida Fire Code Advisory...
Legislative Summer Hiatus Does Not Result in Rest for Governmental Affairs
It is that time of year, the beginning of summer break when members often ask what are the Governmental Affairs activities since the legislature in...
Busy Inspectors Mean Local Economy is Booming
There are many metrics available to measure development activity and economic growth. New businesses opening and new homes going up are only the most obvious. To...