Clarification of required 0.4' to BFE (Base Flood Elevation)

FEMA standards the City has adopted in Ordinance 2019-26 require addition of 0.4' to the BFE+freeboard

This notice is intended to provide clarification on the applicable Base Flood Elevation (BFE) for regulatory compliance within the City of Fernandina Beach.• Per Chapter 22, Article V of the Code of Ordinances, as amended by Ordinance 2019-26, th...

Sub Contractors

It is a current practice for some contractors to pull permits and perform work under their license and hire subcontractors for the work without notifying the Building Department. This happens in several different trades, but mostly

It is a current practice for some contractors to pull permits and perform work under their license and hire subcontractors for the work without notifying the Building Department. This happens in several different trades, but mostly with roofing work and g...

Subcontractor lists required

Subcontractor lists need to be provided to the Building Department and subs need to be registered and have license and insurance verified. Failure to use properly licensed subs with workers comp and insurance will result in work being stopped.

It is a current practice for some contractors to pull permits and perform work under their license and hire subcontractors for the work without notifying the Building Department. This happens in a number of different trades, but mostly with roofing work a...

Standard Operating Procedure for a video tape inspection for HVAC change outs (Residential Only)

A high quality video file sent to the building department can be used for HVAC change-out inspections provided they are clear and provide sufficient detail an

Standard Operating Procedure for a video tape inspection for HVAC change outs (residential only)

•    A high quality video file sent to the building department can be used for HVAC change-out inspections provided they ar...

Automatic transfer switches

Automatic Transfer switches can only be installed with a permit for a generator at the time the generator is installed. They cannot be prewired separately in advance for a future generator.

It is becoming a regular practice to install automatic transfer switches when wiring a new home without a generator permit and installation of a generator. This equipment is part of a backup power system and needs to be designed and installed with conside...

General construction permits required

When more than one MEP permit is required, a general construction permit will also be required.

Projects involving more than one MEP permit will also require a general construction permit. Cabinet/countertop replacement work involving any MEP permit will require a general construction permit.

Individual permits for any MEP are intended to be used fo...

Furniture storage prior to TCO/CO not allowed

Furniture storage, furnishing of new buildings not allowed until TCO/CO

Separate Permits Required

All General Construction Permits for residential and commercial, new structures and additions, require separate roof permits and separate trade permits.

All General Construction Permits for residential and commercial, new structures and additions, require separate roof permits and separate trade permits. The General Construction Permit only covers the structure, which includes windows and doors. A builder...

Generators

For all new generator permit applications, The City of Fernandina Beach will require the following items:

July 6, 2020

Bulletin B-02-2020

To:            All Contractors

From:        Stephen Beckman, CBO, CFM

Subject:    New Generators

For all new generator p...

Elevation Certificates required

New requirement for 500yr/0.2% flood zone per ordinance 2019-26

June 25, 2020

Bulletin F-01-2020

To:            All Contractors

From:        Stephen Beckman, CBO, CFM

Subject:    Elevation Certificate Reviews and re...

Survey Requirements permit applications

Required items for a Planning and Conservation review include original, sealed and scaled surveys

May 11, 2020

Bulletin B-01-2020

To:            All Contractors

From:        Stephen Beckman, CBO, CFM

Subject:    Survey requirements

This notice is int...

Storm water guidance for permit applications new buildings.

Storm water management required in current Land Development Code.

Stormwater Guidelines

New Submittal Requirements

This information will be to ensure compliance with local ordinances Land Development Code in effect. These requirements are to be effective immediately since these are all already part of the local requirements.

February 4, 2020

Bulletin B-01-2020

To:            All Contractors

From:        Stephen Beckman, CBO, CFM

Subject:    New submittal requirements

For all...

Electrical Meter Cans

Stainless or Aluminum only. No corrosive steel allowed per ordinance.

January 2, 2020

Memorandum

To: All Contractors

From: Stephen Beckman, CBO, CFM

Subject: Electrical Services

This memorandum is to notify contractors that our current City ordinances require:

• Electric meter sockets . All meter socket enclosures shall be aluminum...

Boil Water Advisory- ALL CLEAR

Effective immediately, May 4, a boil water advisory is in effect due to a damaged water main. Affected areas are Lisa Avenue from North Fletcher Avenue to Kimberly Street, North Fletcher from Elizabeth Street to Kimberly Street, and Kimberly Street from N...

Beach Access Committee Final Reports

Beach Access Committee Final ReportBeach Access Committee Presentation

For additional information about the Beach Access Committee, please contact City Grants Administrator Lorelei Jacobs by e-mail at ljacobs@fbfl.org or by telephone at (813) 363-0375.Beac...

Budget Calendar

The budget calendar for fiscal year 2021/2022 has been published to the document center. Link: https://www.fbfl.us/DocumentCenter/View/22393/Budget-Calendar--21-22?bidId=

Residential Yard Waste Services

The City Commission approved Resolution 2021-30 authorizing the City of Fernandina Beach to assume responsibility of residential yard waste services. This transition will officially take place on April 7, 2021. 

Grapple trucks will be used to pick...

Utilities Assistance

A news release from Chesapeake Utilities Corporation: 

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation Urges Customers, if Needed, to Establish Payment Plans and Secure Energy Assistance

DOVER, DE – Chesapeake Utilities Corporation (NYSE: CPK) recognize...

Notice Regarding City of Fernandina Beach's Public Records Custodian

The Office of the City Clerk is the City of Fernandina Beach’s custodian of public records. Pursuant to Section 119.12, Florida Statutes, the contact information for the City of Fernandina Beach’s custodian of public records i...Read on...