Monday, April 30, 2012

Permit Horror Story


I was hired to assist a client who had a shed built on their property over 10 years ago, but never pulled the permits from Miami Dade County Building Department. The Miami Dade Code Enforcement Department, upon surveying the area or through an anonymous call, triggered a warning to our client because the permits were never pulled to install the shed in their home.  My client was assessed a $510.00 permit violation based on the illegal shed and really needed the help to sift through the complicated process and system. I got to work!
Based on my extensive experience with Shed violations in Miami Dade County, I know the first and most important thing to do is address the issue and look into the details with the County. I immediately followed up with getting survey and zoning details so the compliance work could be submitted. This process can be long and drawn out, and the amount of work needed to process this violation is extensive. Needless to say, I was able to get the paperwork in place, contact the required people to help in the process, and the code violation was closed and resolved.
This violation is very typical in my line of business, for over 8 years our company, Your Permit Solution, has assisted hundreds of residents and business owners with their permit violation, if you or someone you know has received a permit violation and/or is frustrated in resolving a Permit Violation for their shed or an addition to to their home, please contact me at 1-800-9730023 ext. 0 or visit our site atwww.yourpermitsolution.com.
Source: My previous blog, 2011

Friday, April 6, 2012

Is a Fire Inspection Necessary?



The following types of work require a fire inspection :

  • LP gas pressure test
  • Standpipe and hydrostatic test
  • Fire alarm system
  • U/G fire lines hydorstatic test
  • U/G full bore flush
  • Floor penetrations
  • Fire retardant spray
  • U/G tank installation
  • White box final
  • Fire pump test
  • Fire dampers
  • Awnings
  • Fire suppression gaseous
  • Fire sprinkler final
  • Overhead fire sprinkler rough/hydrostatic test
  • Building final
  • Fire rated separation
  • Elevators
  • A/G tank isntallation
  • Hood/duct assembly
  • Fire rated wall penetrations

Source: Estero Fire Rescue

Friday, March 30, 2012

New Building Codes


New building and construction codes went into effect on March 15th, 2012 for Broward County. These codes changed the zones for hurricane resistance, making more stringent building restrictions so that properties will be better protected against wind. Existing properties will not need any changes made to them. Any changes made going forward will need to adhere to the new codes. Any plans already approved will remain approved, but may be out of code by the time they are built. Many builders are redoing their plans so that they will adhere to the new code.

Thursday, March 22, 2012

Broward County Information 2012


Processing your permit quickly and efficiently is my job. I want things to go as smoothly and fast as I can for your project to finish on time. We have to work around the system that is in place, however.

The following Broward County cities have building departments that are closed on Friday:

  • Coconut Creek
  • Lauderdale Lakes
  • Margate
  • Miramar
  • Pembroke Pines
  • Wilton Manors


The following are government holidays in 2012 where all cities' building departments will be closed:

New Year's Day (Observed)Monday, January 2
Martin Luther King, Jr. DayMonday, January 16
Memorial DayMonday, May 28
Independence DayWednesday, July 4
Labor DayMonday, September 3
Veterans Day (Observed)Monday, November 12
Thanksgiving DayThursday, November 22
Day After ThanksgivingFriday, November 23
Christmas DayTuesday, December 25


Source: Broward.org

Tuesday, March 13, 2012

Copying Florida's Building Code


In the wake of the recent tornadoes that swept through Indiana, Ohio, Kentucky, Alabama, and Georgia, other states' building codes are considering adopting the strict standards to protect against violent winds that Florida has in place for hurricanes.

Source: Indy Star

Friday, March 9, 2012

Saving You Time and Money!


You've heard the expression "Time is money." And as you age, and time becomes more precious, your hours spent really begin to equate to how much your time is worth.

Using my service saves you time by:

  • Getting the job done quickly by freeing up the contractor.
  • Getting corrections made more quickly than your contractor alone.
  • Allowing open and easy communication from contractor to inspector to city.


Sure, I charge a small fee for my services, as my time is also valuable. I understand how valuable time is and what your time is worth. I work efficiently to get your job done quickly, which keeps your project in budget and gets you back to enjoying your home with your family with less interruption!

Tuesday, February 28, 2012

Solar Panels


The benefits of a solar-powered home include:
  • no electric bill
  • being "off the grid"
  • no power outages
  • a self-sufficient home
  • benefit to the environment
  • tax breaks
With solar panels much more affordable than they were a few years ago, due to their increased popularity, why don't you have a solar-powered home yet?

Permits ARE necessary for installing solar panels and their necessary components.