Episode 261: What the 9th Edition of the Florida Building Code Means for Windows and Doors

What do builders, dealers, and homeowners need to know about the upcoming Florida Building Code changes? In this episode of the Clear Impact Podcast, Sherri Connor sits down with code compliance engineers Lisa Wilson and Lynn Miller to break down the most important updates coming to the 9th Edition of the Florida Building Code and how those changes will impact windows, doors, product approvals, coastal construction, and Energy Efficiency requirements across Florida.

Lisa and Lynn explain the real-world implications of updated water infiltration testing, corrosion-resistant fastener requirements, energy performance standards, and new HVHZ Florida Product Approvals. The conversation also highlights the importance of permit timing during code cycle changes, and how to stay informed.

What You’ll Learn

• How the new Florida Building Code impacts sliding glass doors and water infiltration requirements

• Why stainless steel fasteners are becoming mandatory near Florida coastlines

• What builders need to know about updated Energy Efficiency requirements

• How Miami-Dade NOAs are transitioning to HVHZ Florida Product Approvals

• Why dealers should carefully track permit timelines during the code transition

Episode Highlights

02:50 – How the Florida Building Code update process works

05:34 – What is changing with water infiltration requirements for sliding doors

5:51 – How the new overhang rules affect covered patio installations