After you figured out which jurisdiction you are under, finding your flood zone is the next step. In this video, we will explain step by step how to do so!
How to find out what flood zone you are in Read More »
The very first step when beginning the permitting process is to find out what municipality/jurisdiction you are under. This is extremely important as it pretty much determines what rules and regulations you need to adhere to based on the location of your property.
How to find out which municipality/jurisdiction you are under Read More »
Have an actual inspector explain to you what they look for at final residential inspections and why, so you can get ready for yours! At Elite Permits, we can provide you with the tools needed to check the boxes required to pass your inspection, or we can check those boxes for you if you also hire us as your inspectors!
In the Field with Elite Permits inspectors inspecting a new home Read More »
The number one reason that permits are rejected is due to the lack of completeness either in the plans or in the paperwork being submitted. Have you ever gotten something in a box that you have to put together? First thing you look for are the instructions (well, at least some people do), just to find out that they are lacking so much information that they are almost impossible to follow.
#1 Reason Permits Get Rejected Read More »
In this video you’ll learn in detail about some things you need to consider to get ready for a successful final inspection! External components such as landscape, house number and paint work, for example, will be closely reviewed by your inspector.
Hurricane season is here, and you need to be prepared for it! This video covers some information you should know when deciding how to protect your home from the weather.
How to prepare your windows for hurricane season? Read More »
Elite Permits is a company established to act as a liaison between our clients and the local building departments. We assist owners and their contractors, developers, Realtors, architects, designers, management companies, and associations navigate the complex system of permitting through the local government entities. We offer consulting and private provider services such as plan review and inspections too!
Elite Permits – What do we do? Read More »
I happen to live in Florida where we enjoy beautiful beaches and weather, however, a small price that we have to pay is to endure the occasional hurricane. I remember when I moved to Florida in May 2004, my husband told me “don’t worry about the hurricanes, I have been here for over 10 years and not even one has come through the city”. Lucky me! That year and the following year we had two major hurricanes which went through our backyard and did significant damage to our property.
Changing your windows ??? Read More »
In an emergency….look for the alternative exit! When I started working on building code compliance almost 15 years ago, I wasn’t aware of the multiple exits that are required for buildings, I just thought they were optional exits by the architect but they are there for a reason. Any space that can accommodate more than 50 people must have a secondary exit so people can go in different ways. This is nothing more than another safe way to get out of the space.
Moving to Florida? Beware of the 50% FEMA rule. With so many people moving to Florida, I think it is important for you to know what this 50% FEMA is all about. Many people may be looking to buy a new home or have big dreams to remodel their current home, only to find out that they are limited on what they can do.
FEMA 50 Percent Rule Read More »
Exposure B.For buildings with a mean roof height of less than or equal to 30 feet (9144 mm), Exposure B shall apply where the ground surface roughness, as defined by Surface Roughness B, prevails in the upwind direction for a distance of at least 1,500 feet (457 m). For buildings with a mean roof height greater than 30 feet (9144 mm), Exposure B shall apply where Surface Roughness B prevails in the upwind direction for a distance of at least 2,600 feet (792 m) or 20 times the height of the building, whichever is greater.
Exposure C.Exposure C shall apply for all cases where Exposure B or D does not apply.
Exposure D.Exposure D shall apply where the ground surface roughness, as defined by Surface Roughness D, prevails in the upwind direction for a distance of at least 5,000 feet (1524 m) or 20 times the height of the building, whichever is greater. Exposure D shall also apply where the ground surface roughness immediately upwind of the site is B or C, and the site is within a distance of 600 feet (183 m) or 20 times the building height, whichever is greater, from an Exposure D condition as defined in the previous sentence.