Yes, a property owner can build a fence on the boundary line in Florida.
Hillsborough County Code states that fences may not exceed four feet in the "required" front yard, or six feet on the side and rear yard. It must be constructed of materials that are consistent with the neighborhood and of commonly-used materials (no scrap metal or other offensive material).
Florida sellers are required by law to disclose unpermitted work at the time of the sale of the home.
Can a homeowner/building owner pull their own permit? Yes. However, we strongly recommend that a licensed contractor perform the work.
State law requires electrical contracting to be done by licensed electrical contractors. You have applied for a permit under an exemption to that law. The exemption allows you, as the owner of your property, to act as your own electrical contractor even though you do not have a license.
The Florida Building Code requires a Building Permit to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, demolish, or change the occupancy of a building or structure, or to , , enlarge, alter, repair, remove, convert or replace any impact resistant coverings, electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing system, the ...
Generally, the Florida Building Code requires a permit for electrical, mechanical, plumbing, fire protection and building construction work other than minor repairs. If you are unsure if a permit is required, please contact the Building/Fire Safety Division at (407) 571-8433.
In ance with the Current edition of The Florida Building Code, the following items are exempt from permitting: Floor coverings such as tile or carpet. Minor cabinetry which does not include any electrical or plumbing fixtures. Minor drywall repairs. Painting. Portable Heating or cooling appliances.
Noise Standards Summary Receiving Property TypeTime PeriodA-Scale Limit in Decibels Residential am - pm 60 pm - am 55 Commercial Areas All Times 65 Industrial Areas 70
Florida state law does not require homeowners to build fences around their property, and neighbors do not have to divide their land with fences. However, Florida does require fences to be built around public and private pools as well as other water features like spas and hot tubs.