Single Family

Single Family Framed Deck/Dock

Last updated: Apr 20, 2026

Section 1

Required Documents

Submit these with your initial project package.

Always required

Construction Plans Sealed by a Florida Registered Design Professional
Construction drawings showing deck layout, framing, and connection details
Site Plan / Survey
Site plan or survey showing property boundaries, setbacks, and deck footprint

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.

BuildingAdvisory

AdvisoryPlan review is not required for this scope under FBC 107.3.5. FCC reviews these items only when the building department specifically requires it, or when the client opts in.

#01Design wind speed & exposureLife Safety
Structural drawings must declare design wind speed (Vult) and exposure category matching the jurisdiction's wind speed map.
FBC-R R301.2.1ASCE 7-22
#02Footing / foundation designLife Safety
Footing or foundation design must show dimensions, reinforcement, depth, and connection to the structure above.
FBC-R R403FBC-B 1809
#03Attachment 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
#04Plan review applicability (FBC 107.3.5 minimum criteria)Documentation
Standalone framed deck/dock scope is not in FBC-B 107.3.5 minimum criteria for 1&2 family. FCC performs this review only when the building department requires plan review or the client opts in.
FBC-B 107.3.5
#05Engineer of record sealDocumentation
Structural drawings must bear a current Florida-licensed engineer's seal and signature.
Florida Statutes Chapter 471FBC-B 107.3.5

Items marked Advisory are non-blocking. Per FBC 107.3.5, plan review isn't required for these scopes — FCC reviews them when the building department requests it or the client wants the extra set of eyes.

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

Rough Framing

Required

Wall stud spacing and sizeCritical
Verify stud size and spacing match approved plans
FBC-R R602.3FBC-R R602.3.1
Headers and beamsCritical
Verify header and beam sizes over openings per plans
FBC-R R602.7
Top and bottom plate connectionsCritical
Verify double top plates with proper lapping and anchored bottom plates
FBC-R R602.3.2
Corner and intersection bracingCritical
Verify proper bracing at corners and wall intersections
FBC-R R602.10
Window and door rough openingsCritical
Verify rough openings match approved plans for size and location
FBC-R R602.7
Hurricane straps and hold-downsCritical
Verify hurricane straps and hold-down hardware installed per plans
FBC-R R802.11
Fire blocking
Verify fire blocking is installed at required locations
FBC-R R602.8

Phase #2

Final Building

RequiredTypical Final

Egress doors and hardwareCritical
Verify egress doors provide minimum 32-inch clear width and proper hardware
FBC-R R311.2
Smoke alarms installed and operationalCritical
Verify smoke alarms in each bedroom, outside sleeping areas, and each level
FBC-R R314.3
CO alarms installedCritical
Verify carbon monoxide alarms where required
FBC-R R315
Emergency escape openingsCritical
Verify bedroom windows meet egress size requirements
FBC-R R310.1
Stairway complianceCritical
Verify stair rise, run, handrail height, and landing dimensions
FBC-R R311.7
Address numbers visible
Verify address numbers are posted and visible from street
FBC-R R319.1
Exterior finishes complete
Verify exterior cladding, trim, and weatherproofing are complete
FBC-R R703.1
Site grading and drainage
Verify finish grade slopes away from foundation minimum 6 inches in 10 feet
FBC-R R401.3