A declaratory statement is the sole means for obtaining a binding interpretation or opinion from the Florida Building Code Administrators and Inspectors Board (BCAIB) concerning the applicability of statutory provisions, rules or orders over which the BCAIB has authority (Chapters 455 and 468, Part XII, Florida ...
28-105.001 Purpose and Use of Declaratory Statement. A declaratory statement is a means for resolving a controversy or answering questions or doubts concerning the applicability of statutory provisions, rules, or orders over which the agency has authority.
A declaratory judgment establishes the rights and other legal actions of the parties without providing for or ordering enforcement. One example is, if you purchased a vehicle or boat and cannot obtain a certificate of title from the previous owner, you can obtain a judgment declaring your ownership.