A local jurisdiction identifies administrative requirements in addition to the base Florida Building Code. What should the GC do?
Correct Answer
D) Check applicable local administrative provisions and approved permit requirements before proceeding
Florida code administration can include local administrative requirements that affect permit workflow.
Why This Is the Correct Answer
Florida code administration can include local administrative requirements that affect permit workflow.
Why the Other Options Are Wrong
Option A: Ignore local administrative requirements because only the subcontract proposal matters during permit review
Ignore local administrative requirements because only the subcontract proposal matters during permit review skips the written authority, scope, price, notice, or release control needed for local amendments.
Option B: Use the bid bond form to override local permit procedures
Use the bid bond form to override local permit procedures skips the written authority, scope, price, notice, or release control needed for local amendments.
Option C: Wait until after occupancy to ask whether local forms were required
Wait until after occupancy to ask whether local forms were required skips the written authority, scope, price, notice, or release control needed for local amendments.
Memory Technique
Jurisdiction Specific shortcut is not a term until paper carries it.
Reference Hint
Open-book path: tab Florida Building Code, Building, 8th Edition (2023), Chapter 1 Administration to Chapter 1 Scope and Administration; local administrative requirements; match the role, timing, and required approval before choosing.
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