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Answers (6)
- GC John_Zia Const
- Contributions:28
The answer is yes and the process is called "a change-out". You may need to obtain a permit and as a former structural building inspector (Miami Beach) - an inspector can almost always spot new work on the exterior (i.e: windows/doors, roof, A/C, decks, driveways). It is not worth it to pay the "double permit fees, plus $100.00", so simply do it right from the start with properly licensed and insured individuals.
- Edyta Gryc, "SE Florida broker"
- Contributions:304
THe best way is to contact your city department of building and zoning for AC permit requirments. I am pretty sure you will need one. If you hire the licensed contractor they usually take care of it (check the contract if they are responsible for pulling the permit)
- Pasadenan
- Contributions:21453
There is no city in this nation that I know of that doesn't require an Electrical permit and HVAC permit for such work. Many states may even require energy calculations to be submitted by someone licensed to do such calculations. A window air conditioner may be different as that is often considered just a plug-in appliance not permanently mounted.
On the other hand, if it was just a maintenance replacement of same size, it may not require a permit in some areas, but I wouldn't count on that. Since units are not identical, the building department still will likely want to see the calcs and the installation.
On the other hand, if it was just a maintenance replacement of same size, it may not require a permit in some areas, but I wouldn't count on that. Since units are not identical, the building department still will likely want to see the calcs and the installation.
- Michael Diamond, "Michael Diamond"
- Contributions:37
It depends on the city where the house is located. For example in Fort Lauderdale a permit is required. You should check with your local building department.
- Steve Roake, "Steve Roake"
- Contributions:285
i don't know the answer to your question. However, I would suggest that the a quick visit to http://www.yellowpages.com/fort-lauderdale-florida/air-conditioning-contractors-systems?g=fort+lauderdale%2C+florida&q=Air+Conditioning+Contractors+%26+Systems and a short phone call would better answer your question.
- Pasadenan
- Contributions:21453
Yes, and yes.
There will be an occupancy inspection prior to you being allowed to occupy the property, and if there was un-permitted work, or work not done to code, it will have to be corrected before you can get occupancy.
Sometimes the installers will pull the permits.
There will be an occupancy inspection prior to you being allowed to occupy the property, and if there was un-permitted work, or work not done to code, it will have to be corrected before you can get occupancy.
Sometimes the installers will pull the permits.
Do we need permit to install a new AC unit in Florida
If seller did not pull a permit for new AC install, could that be an issue for us once we buy the property?
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