Okaloosa/FortWaltonBeach

107 Miracle Strip Parkway SW | Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548 | Phone: 850.833.9500 2023 Florida Building Code 8th Edition & 2020 National Electric Code (NFPA 70) Effective December 31, 2023.

https://www.fwb.org/

Zoning Determination Form

Building Requirementsː

Deed & 911 address
Engineered plans required
Assumption of Project by Contractor
Survey of Building Foundation Required (potential waiver)
Blower Door Test Form | Utility Permit Application
Energy Forms
- ERC's Water/ Waste Water Impact fees & Permits
Contractor Demolition Affidavit
Early Power Request Form
Letter of Authorization
Notice of Commencement
ROW/Driveway permit

Development Review Processː

Building Permit Only
- Includes:
  - Change of Use
  - SF Residential
  - Interior/Remodel Only
  - Façade/Exterior Only
  - Landscaping/Parking Lot Only
- Staff Review
- Review Time - 3 to 10 days

Pre-application meetings can be scheduled on the following days and times:

Monday and Wednesday at 1 pm
Tuesday at 10 am
Schedule your appointment

Contractor Registration Packet | Electronic Plan Submitted Instructions | Wind-Borne Debris Region

Construction and demolition debris is described in Ordinance 1792, Section 2, Sec. 10.80.01 as "Concrete, concrete block, brick, mortar, sand, gravel, dirt, drywall, paper, metal, asphalt, and other construction of demolition by-product."

And further describes Construction Debris in Sec. 10.80.07 as "resulting from remodeling, repair, excavation, construction, demolition of structures, etc., such as earth, plaster, mortar, roofing materials, pieces of concrete, lumber, etc., must be removed and properly disposed of in an approved container by the person or contractor performing such work or disposal. Use of such containers requires the issuance of an exception permit pursuant to sec. 10.80.020. Construction debris, as described in this section, shall not be disposed of in any city waste container.

The City shall require the use of swale drainage to the maximum extent possible, except where it is physically unfeasible as determined by the Utilities Department Director. If feasible, perforated pipe shall be used for exfiltration purposes in situations where piping is necessary

10.50.17 - Water Saving Devices. When undertaking new construction or renovation of an existing structure, water conservation devices such as water saving water closets and flow restricting shower heads and faucets shall be installed. a.No tank type water closet shall be installed with water usage in excess of 3 ½ gallons upon each flush. b.No shower head or faucet shall be installed which allows a flow of more than an average of three gallons per minute at sixty (60) pounds of pressure per square inch.

Do I need a drip pan under my water heater?: The requirement for a drip pan will depend on where in the house the water heater is located. If it is inside the living space of the house or in a non-living space, such as the garage, but at the same floor level as the living space, a drip pan is required. If the water heater is in a non- living space, such as the garage, and the floor it is resting on is below the finished floor of the living space, a drip pan is recommended but not required.

Do I need to provide any protection for a water heater in the garage?: Water heaters installed in the garage are subject to vehicle damage and protection devices must be utilized, if required by manufacturer specifications.

Does the water heater require an expansion tank?: An expansion tank is required on the supply line coming into the tank to reduce the tank stress which will shorten the tank's useful life. An alternative to the expansion tank is an approved pressure relief valve assembly. These devices are required on closed systems, which is public water. Expansion tanks or expansion valves are not required on wells.