Freedom Code Compliance
Single Family

New Single Family Modular Home

Last updated: Apr 21, 2026

Section 1

Required Documents

Submit these with your initial project package.

Always required

  • Construction Plans Sealed by a Florida Registered Design Professional
  • Energy Compliance Forms
  • Product Approvals
  • Site Plan / Survey

Courtesy screen

Courtesy screen on every plan review

Every plan FCC reviews receives a limited courtesy screen for the items below when they are reasonably visible in the submitted documents. If we see an apparent issue that could cause the plans to fail review by another agency, we will identify it as a Courtesy Comment. Courtesy Comments alone do not cause FCC to fail or return the plan set unless the same condition also creates a building-code compliance issue within FCC's review scope. The responsible agency makes the final determination—for example, Planning and Zoning for setbacks, lot coverage, use, and other lot-compliance matters. The absence of a Courtesy Comment is not approval of those separate requirements.

  1. #01Plan and document coordination

    Obvious clerical, title-block, sheet-index, permit-description, or cross-sheet inconsistencies visible in the submitted documents. A Courtesy Comment on these items does not cause FCC to fail or return the plan set unless the same condition also creates a building-code compliance issue within FCC's review scope.

    FBC-B 107.2.1
  2. #02Zoning and site coordination

    Apparent setback, lot-coverage, use, or site-dimension conflicts visible in the submitted plans that could cause the plans to fail Planning and Zoning review. Planning and Zoning makes the zoning and lot-compliance determination. The absence of a Courtesy Comment is not approval of those separate requirements.

  3. #03Floodplain coordination

    Apparent inconsistencies or missing coordination in flood-zone, design-flood-elevation, finished-floor, or flood-opening information shown on the plans that could cause the plans to fail floodplain review. The floodplain administrator makes the determination. The absence of a Courtesy Comment is not approval of those separate requirements.

  4. #04Fire-authority coordination

    Apparent separately reviewed fire alarm, sprinkler, hood-suppression, smoke-control, or similar coordination issues visible on the plans that could cause the plans to fail fire review. The fire marshal makes the determination. The absence of a Courtesy Comment is not approval of those separate requirements.

Section 2

Approval criteria for this project type

These are the building-code criteria FCC uses to determine the plan-review result. An unresolved item may be issued as a Required Correction and cause the plan set to be returned for correction.

BuildingConditional review scope

Conditional review scopePlan review is not required for this scope under FBC 107.3.5. FCC reviews these items only when the building department specifically requires it, or the client opts in.
  1. #01Footing / foundation designLife Safety

    Footing or foundation design must show dimensions, reinforcement, depth, and connection to the structure above.

    FBC-R R403FBC-B 1809
  2. #02Attachment to existing structureLife Safety

    Connection details between the new work and the existing structure must show fastener type, spacing, and embedment.

    FBC-B 2002.5FBC-R R301.1
  3. #03Plan review applicability (FBC 107.3.5)Documentation

    Per FBC-B 107.3.5, manufactured/modular building plans are exempt except for foundations and modifications (Exemption #6). FCC performs this review only when the building department requires plan review or the client opts in.

    FBC-B 107.3.5

MechanicalRequired

  1. #01Combustion air and ventingLife Safety

    Fuel-fired equipment requires combustion air and proper venting per FBC-M 303 / 804.

    FBC-M 303FBC-M 804FBC-FG
  2. #02Construction-document clarity — modular-home mechanical connectionsDocumentation

    The submitted documents must clearly identify the site-built mechanical connections for the new modular home so FCC can review that mandatory scope as part of the one residential plan review.

    FBC-B 107.2.1FBC-B 107.3.5

ElectricalRequired

  1. #01Service size and load calculationCode

    Electrical service and feeder sizing supported by NEC Article 220 load calculation.

    NEC 220NEC 230
  2. #02Construction-document clarity — modular-home electrical serviceDocumentation

    The submitted documents must clearly identify the site-built electrical service and connection work for the new modular home so FCC can review that mandatory scope as part of the one residential plan review.

    FBC-B 107.2.1FBC-B 107.3.5

Items marked Conditional review scope are non-blocking. Per FBC 107.3.5, plan review isn't required for these scopes — FCC reviews them when the building department requests it or the client wants the extra set of eyes.

Section 3

Inspection Walkthrough

Inspections are listed in their typical phase order. Your FCC inspector will confirm which apply to your project. Call (772) 222-6679 with questions.

Building

Phase #1

Footing, Slab, UFER

Required
  1. Footing dimensionsCritical

    Verify footing width and depth match approved plans

    FBC-R R403.1FBC-R R403.1.1
  2. Rebar size and spacingCritical

    Verify rebar size, spacing, and placement per plans

    FBC-R R403.1
  3. UFER grounding electrodeCritical

    Verify minimum 20 feet of #4 bare copper or rebar is encased in footing

    NEC 250.52(A)(3)
  4. Slab vapor barrierCritical

    Verify vapor barrier is installed under slab per plans

    FBC-R R506.2.3
  5. Slab thickness and wire meshCritical

    Verify slab thickness and reinforcement per plans

    FBC-R R506.1
  6. Foundation anchorage layout

    Verify anchor bolt placement for sill plate attachment

    FBC-R R403.1.6
Phase #2

Tie Down

Required
  1. Anchor and strap installationCritical

    Verify ground anchors and tie-down straps are installed per manufacturer specs and engineering

    FBC-R R301.2.1FBC-B 3103.1
  2. Anchor spacing and countCritical

    Verify number and spacing of anchors match tie-down engineering

    FBC-R R301.2.1
  3. Strap tension and connectionCritical

    Verify straps are properly tensioned and connected to frame rails

    FBC-R R301.2.1
  4. Pier and pad conditionCritical

    Verify piers and pads are properly placed and level under home

    FBC-R R301.2.1

Electrical

Phase #3

Rough Electrical

Required
  1. Panel installationCritical

    Verify electrical panel is properly mounted and sized per plans

    NEC 408.4
  2. Wire sizing per circuitsCritical

    Verify wire gauge matches breaker amperage for each circuit

    NEC 210.3NEC 240.4
  3. Box fill and installationCritical

    Verify electrical boxes are properly installed and not overfilled

    NEC 314.16
  4. GFCI and AFCI locationsCritical

    Verify GFCI and AFCI protection is provided where required

    NEC 210.8NEC 210.12
  5. Smoke and CO alarm wiringCritical

    Verify interconnected smoke and CO alarm wiring is in place

    FBC-R R314.3FBC-R R315
  6. Grounding and bondingCritical

    Verify grounding electrode system and bonding connections

    NEC 250.50

Mechanical

Phase #4

Rough Mechanical/HVAC

Required
  1. Ductwork installationCritical

    Verify duct sizes, routing, and support match approved plans

    FBC-M 603.1
  2. Duct sealingCritical

    Verify duct joints and connections are properly sealed

    FBC-M 603.9
  3. Equipment placementCritical

    Verify air handler and condenser locations per plans with required clearances

    FBC-M 304.1
  4. Refrigerant line installation

    Verify refrigerant line sizing and insulation per plans

    FBC-M 1101.3
  5. Return air pathway

    Verify return air pathways are properly sized and located

    FBC-M 601.2

Electrical

Phase #5

Temporary Power

Conditional
  1. Temporary power pole and meterCritical

    Verify temporary power pole is properly set with meter base and disconnect

    NEC 590.4
  2. Grounding electrodeCritical

    Verify grounding rod is installed and connected to temporary panel

    NEC 250.52
  3. GFCI protectionCritical

    Verify all temporary receptacles have GFCI protection

    NEC 590.6

Building

Phase #6

Soffit

Conditional
  1. Soffit material and attachmentCritical

    Verify soffit material matches approved plans and is properly attached

    FBC-R R703.1
  2. Ventilation openingsCritical

    Verify soffit ventilation openings are properly sized and screened

    FBC-R R806.1
  3. Continuous coverage

    Verify soffit is installed continuously with no gaps

    FBC-R R703.1
Phase #7

Lathe, Siding

Conditional
  1. Wall covering material and installationCritical

    Verify exterior wall covering material matches approved plans and is properly installed

    FBC-R R703.1
  2. Weather-resistive barrierCritical

    Verify weather-resistive barrier is properly installed behind cladding

    FBC-R R703.2
  3. Flashing at penetrations and transitionsCritical

    Verify flashing is installed at windows, doors, and wall transitions

    FBC-R R703.4
  4. Fastener pattern and spacing

    Verify cladding fastener type and spacing per manufacturer and plans

    FBC-R R703.1
Phase #8

Final Building

RequiredTypical Final
  1. Egress doors and hardwareCritical

    Verify egress doors provide minimum 32-inch clear width and proper hardware

    FBC-R R311.2
  2. Smoke alarms installed and operationalCritical

    Verify smoke alarms in each bedroom, outside sleeping areas, and each level

    FBC-R R314.3
  3. CO alarms installedCritical

    Verify carbon monoxide alarms where required

    FBC-R R315
  4. Emergency escape openingsCritical

    Verify bedroom windows meet egress size requirements

    FBC-R R310.1
  5. Stairway complianceCritical

    Verify stair rise, run, handrail height, and landing dimensions

    FBC-R R311.7
  6. Address numbers visible

    Verify address numbers are posted and visible from street

    FBC-R R319.1
  7. Exterior finishes complete

    Verify exterior cladding, trim, and weatherproofing are complete

    FBC-R R703.1
  8. Site grading and drainage

    Verify finish grade slopes away from foundation minimum 6 inches in 10 feet

    FBC-R R401.3

Electrical

Phase #9

Final Electrical

RequiredTypical Final
  1. Panel complete and labeledCritical

    Verify panel cover installed, all breakers labeled, no open knockouts

    NEC 408.4
  2. GFCI and AFCI operationalCritical

    Verify all GFCI and AFCI devices test and reset properly

    NEC 210.8NEC 210.12
  3. Receptacle and switch functionCritical

    Verify outlets and switches operate correctly throughout

    NEC 210.52
  4. Light fixtures installed

    Verify all light fixtures are installed and operational

    NEC 210.70
  5. Exterior lighting and outletsCritical

    Verify exterior outlets are GFCI protected and lighting is functional

    NEC 210.8NEC 210.52(E)

Mechanical

Phase #10

Final Mechanical/HVAC

RequiredTypical Final
  1. System operational testCritical

    Verify HVAC system starts, runs, and produces heated and cooled air

    FBC-M 304.1
  2. Air handler and condenser installationCritical

    Verify equipment is properly installed with required clearances and level

    FBC-M 304.1
  3. Condensate drainCritical

    Verify condensate drain is properly routed and terminated

    FBC-M 307.2
  4. Duct registers and grilles

    Verify all supply and return registers are installed and operational

    FBC-M 601.2
  5. Equipment labels and data plates

    Verify equipment nameplates match approved plans for capacity and efficiency

    FBC-M 304.1