Florida § 471.037 - Effect of chapter locally.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 471.037 — Effect of chapter locally., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 471.037. Effect of chapter locally.
(1) Nothing contained in this chapter shall be construed to repeal, amend, limit, or otherwise affect any local building code or zoning law or ordinance, now or hereafter enacted, which is more restrictive with respect to the services of licensed engineers than the provisions of this chapter. (2) In counties or municipalities that issue building permits, such permits may not be issued in any case in which it is apparent from the application for the building permit that the provisions of this chapter have been violated. However, this subsection does not authorize the withholding of building permits in cases involving the exceptions and exemptions set out in s. 471.003.
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 471.037
What does Florida Statutes § 471.037 cover?
Section 471.037 ("Effect of chapter locally.") 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 § 471.037?
A common citation format is "Florida Statutes § 471.037" (Florida). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Florida law?
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How does Florida § 471.037 apply to my situation?
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