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If you're building a new home in Seminole County, Florida there are some changes to the building code that you will want to be aware of.  As of July 1st, 2017 all newly built residential homes in Florida must have a Blower Door Test to measure the building's air leakage rates. Residential homes in Martin County must have less than seven changes of air per hour. This means that the homes we build will need to have low levels of leakage and be highly efficient.

 

The U.S. Department of Energy has published a guide to help builders achieve the low levels of air leakage their buildings must obtain. By utilizing the suggestions in The Air Leakage Guide and using it as a resource for understanding air leakage requirements, your buildings will become more energy efficient, safe, and comfortable.

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To learn more about the Florida Energy Code, it's standards and it's benefits see our Florida Energy Code (FAQ) page. Here you will see where you can read the Florida Building Code - Energy Conservation, Sixth Edition (2017) and more ways to implement these practices.

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The Seminole County website has some excellent building checklists and other useful information.

The Building Department in Seminole County, Florida is open:  Mon - Fri 8:00 am-5:00 pm 

Location: 

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BUILDING PERMITS

1101 East 1st Street
Sanford, FL 32771

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Email:

bpcustomerservice@seminolecountyfl.gov

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Phone:

(407) 665-7050

Fax:

(407) 665-7486

Hours:

8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Last customer sign in at 4:30 pm

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To see what forms are required under Seminole County's jurisdiction visit:

Seminole County Building Division Residential Plan Review Checklist Florida Building Code 6 th Ed. 2017 

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The cities within Seminole County with links to their webpages are as follows: 

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By choosing Energy By Design for your Florida Energy Calculations and Blower Door Testing needs, you're working with BPI Certified Building Analysts and a Resnet Energy Raters qualified to provide the Blower Door Testing required in Seminole County and meeting the requirements of the Florida Energy Code.

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To schedule a blower door test call: 407-450-0295