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What does s. 553.80(9) say about agricultural structures such as pole barns not used by the public?

Correct Answer

A) The Department of Agriculture is not subject to local permitting or plan review

Section 553.80(9): "The Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is not subject to local government permitting requirements, plan review, or inspection fees for agricultural structures, such as equipment storage sheds and pole barns that are not used by the public." The exemption attaches to the department, which is narrower than an exemption for every agricultural building.

Answer Options
A
The Department of Agriculture is not subject to local permitting or plan review
B
They are exempt from the Florida Building Code in its entirety
C
They require a permit but are exempt from structural plan review
D
They are exempt only where the parcel is classified agricultural for tax purposes

Why This Is the Correct Answer

Section 553.80(9): "The Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is not subject to local government permitting requirements, plan review, or inspection fees for agricultural structures, such as equipment storage sheds and pole barns that are not used by the public." The exemption attaches to the department, which is narrower than an exemption for every agricultural building.

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