The Florida Building Code – Existing Building, establishes the statewide minimum requirements for the repair, alteration, change of occupancy, addition, and relocation of existing structures. Published by the International Code Council (ICC), this fully integrated volume updates the International Existing Building Code (IEBC) with Florida amendments that prioritize public safety, structural integrity, and hazard mitigation, especially in high-wind and flood-prone areas. From minor repairs to major renovations, it guides you through scope, administration, compliance methods, and mandatory upgrade triggers to ensure your project meets current accessibility, fire, seismic, and energy standards.
Key Features
- Administrative and Definitions chapters clarifying terms like “change of occupancy” and “substantial improvement” under Florida’s statutory framework
- Prescriptive Compliance Method for straightforward scope of work categories, including additions, repairs, and alterations with clear thresholds for structural and life-safety upgrades
- Repairs Chapter outlining minimum restoration criteria, material compatibility, and concealed damage inspections before work begins
- Performance-Based Methods allowing engineering analysis when prescriptive paths are impractical, including provisions for relocated buildings and seismic evaluation exemptions
- Appendices and cross-references to the Florida Building Code, Building and Residential volumes for flood-resistant construction, hurricane protections, and accessibility integration
Existing Building - Florida Building Code is used on Florida's CGC, CBC, & CRC contractor licensing exams. Brand new mint condition, currect edition used on the exams at the time of purchase. Comes with Tabs installed.