- #01Wind-borne debris protectionLife Safety
In the Wind-Borne Debris Region, glazed openings must be impact-rated or protected by an approved shutter/panel system.
FBC-R R301.2.1.2FBC-B 1609.2 - #02Attachment to existing structureLife Safety
Connection details between the new work and the existing structure must show fastener type, spacing, and embedment.
FBC-B 2002.5FBC-R R301.1 - #03Florida product approvalCode
Florida product approval (FL#) or Miami-Dade NOA must be listed for regulated products (fenestration, structural panels, covering systems).
FBC-B 1708FBC-R R301.2.1.2
Multi Family
Multi Family Motorized Hurricane Screen/Shutters
Last updated: Apr 21, 2026
Section 1
Required Documents
Submit these with your initial project package.
Always required
- Florida Product Approval
- Electrical Product Approval (motor)
- Installation Details / Anchor Schedule
Section 2
Plan Review Criteria
What FCC's plans examiner looks for on this project type, by trade. Items are grouped by priority — life-safety first. Building department checks may go further; this is the FCC private provider scope under FL Statute 553.791.
BuildingRequired
ElectricalRequired
- #01AFCI and GFCI protectionLife Safety
AFCI protection for dwelling unit branch circuits per NEC 210.12; GFCI per NEC 210.8 at required locations.
NEC 210.8NEC 210.12 - #02Shutter motor wiring and disconnectCode
Shutter motor branch circuit and disconnect per NEC 430.
NEC 430
Section 3
Inspection Walkthrough
Inspections are listed in their typical phase order. Your FCC inspector will confirm which apply to your project. Call (772) 222-6679 with questions.
Building
Phase #1
Final Building
RequiredTypical Final- Product approval verificationCritical
Verify installed hurricane screens or shutters have valid Florida Product Approval matching approved plans
FBC-B 1710.1FBC-R R301.2.1.2 - Mounting and track installationCritical
Verify mounting tracks, brackets, and anchors are installed per manufacturer specs
FBC-B 1710.2 - Screen/shutter operationCritical
Verify screens or shutters deploy, retract, and lock properly
FBC-B 1710.1 - Coverage completenessCritical
Verify all required openings are protected per approved plans
FBC-R R301.2.1.2 - Motor and electrical (motorized only)
If motorized, verify motor installation, wiring, and manual override operation
NEC 430.1
Electrical
Phase #2
Final Electrical
RequiredTypical Final- Product approval verificationCritical
Verify installed hurricane screens or shutters have valid Florida Product Approval matching approved plans
FBC-B 1710.1FBC-R R301.2.1.2 - Mounting and track installationCritical
Verify mounting tracks, brackets, and anchors are installed per manufacturer specs
FBC-B 1710.2 - Screen/shutter operationCritical
Verify screens or shutters deploy, retract, and lock properly
FBC-B 1710.1 - Coverage completenessCritical
Verify all required openings are protected per approved plans
FBC-R R301.2.1.2 - Motor and electrical (motorized only)
If motorized, verify motor installation, wiring, and manual override operation
NEC 430.1