To request inspections, contact our inspection line at 904-247-5814. Calls for inspections received prior to 4 p.m. will be added to the inspection schedule for the next business day. When calling in a request, please include permit/application number, project address, contact name and phone number and type of inspection needed. Fax 904-247-5845.

Codes

For questions relating to Building Codes, Electric Codes, Mechanical Codes, Energy Codes, Plumbing Codes or Accessibility Codes call 904-247-5826 or Email our Building Official, Dan Arlington or Email the Senior Building Inspector, Mike Jones.

The Codes currently in effect for the City of Atlantic Beach are:

• Florida Building Code - Building 6th Edition (Analysis of Changes to 6th Edition)
• Florida Building Code - Residential 6th Edition (Analysis of Changes to 6th Edition)
• Florida Building Code - Plumbing 6th Edition (Analysis of Changes to 6th Edition)
• Florida Building Code - Fuel Gas 6th Edition (Analysis of Changes to 6th Edition) 
• Florida Building Code - Mechanical 6th Edition (Analysis of Changes to 6th Edition)
• Florida Building Code - Existing Building 6th Edition (Analysis of Changes to 6th Edition)
• Florida Building Code - Energy Conservation 6th Edition (Analysis of Changes to 6th Edition) National Electrical Code - 2014 Edition (Summary of Significant 2014 Changes)
• NFPA 101 Life Safety Code - with Florida Modifications 6th Edition
  Florida Fire Prevention Code - 6th Edition (FFPC Online)  

All structures shall comply with Atlantic Beach zoning ordinances and construction codes.

Links

• Contact the Building Department
• Department Forms and Documentation
• Federal Emergency Management Website
  
• Building Department Monthly Report
  
• Tips on Choosing a Contractor
• Florida Green Building Coalition Website
• Flood Protection Information
• Hurricane Preparedness Page
• COJ Emergency Preparedness

FEMA Flood Information

• FEMA Flood Map Service Center Portal
• FEMA Plan and Prepare
• National Flood Insurance Program