A Florida GC is ready to start structural work on a project that requires a building permit. What should occur before that work begins?
Correct Answer
D) Obtain the required building permit from the authority having jurisdiction
Florida code administration requires required permits before regulated work begins.
Why This Is the Correct Answer
Florida code administration requires required permits before regulated work begins.
Why the Other Options Are Wrong
Option A: Start work immediately and request the permit at final inspection
Start work immediately and request the permit at final inspection skips the written authority, scope, price, notice, or release control needed for building permit timing.
Option B: Use the subcontractor's proposal as a substitute for the building permit
Use the subcontractor's proposal as a substitute for the building permit skips the written authority, scope, price, notice, or release control needed for building permit timing.
Option C: Wait for the lender to approve pay applications instead of applying for a permit
Wait for the lender to approve pay applications instead of applying for a permit skips the written authority, scope, price, notice, or release control needed for building permit timing.
Memory Technique
When code clashes with administration, let the contract speak before Commercial Build-Out.
Reference Hint
Open-book path: tab Florida Building Code, Building, 8th Edition (2023), Chapter 1 Administration to Chapter 1, §105 Permits; match the project role and timing before choosing.
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