Florida § 468.831 - Exemptions.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 468.831 — Exemptions., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 468.831. Exemptions.
The following persons are not required to comply with any provision of this part: (1) An authorized government employee of the United States, this state, or any municipality, county, or other political subdivision who is conducting home inspection services within the scope of that employment, as long as the employee does not hold out for hire to the general public or otherwise engage in home inspection services. (2) A person acting within his or her authorized scope of practice as licensed under federal, state, or local codes or statutes, except when such person holds himself or herself out for hire to the public as a “certified home inspector,” “registered home inspector,” “licensed home inspector,” “home inspector,” “professional home inspector,” or any combination thereof stating or implying licensure under this part. (3) An officer appointed by the court. (4) A person performing safety inspections of utility equipment in or on a home or building or other duties conducted by or for a utility under chapter 366 or rules adopted by the Public Service Commission. (5) A certified energy auditor performing an energy audit of any home or building or other duties conducted by or for a utility under chapter 366 or rules adopted by the Public Service Commission.
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 468.831
What does Florida Statutes § 468.831 cover?
Section 468.831 ("Exemptions.") is part of the Florida Statutes, the codified statutory law of Florida. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Florida § 468.831?
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Is this the official text of Florida law?
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How does Florida § 468.831 apply to my situation?
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