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Practical guides for architects, engineers, builders, and developers on private provider inspections, plan review, permitting, and Florida Building Code.

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Practical resources on private provider services, inspections, plan review, and Florida Building Code.

Legal Update
Florida's Attorney General Just Backed Private Provider Projects — Here's What It Means for Your Permits

Florida's Attorney General confirmed that local building departments can't duplicate a private provider's work, charge for services they didn't perform, or add rules stricter than state law. Here's what it means for your project.

July 29, 2026
Inspections
Virtual Private Provider Inspections in Florida: How Remote Inspections Keep Your Project Moving

Virtual and remote private provider inspections keep Florida projects moving without waiting on the building department. Here's how they work, what HB 803 says, and when to use them.

July 29, 2026
Cost Savings
HB 803: How Commercial Developers Cut Florida Permit Fees by 50% with a Private Provider

Under HB 803, commercial developers who use a Florida private provider for plan review and inspections get a mandatory 50% permit fee cut and a 10-day permit shot clock. Here's the math.

July 29, 2026
Coverage Guide
Private Provider Inspections Near Me: A County-by-County Guide to Florida Coverage

Looking for private provider inspections near you in Florida? See how statewide coverage works, which regions Tew & Taylor serves, and how to get a same-day inspection in your county.

July 29, 2026
Comparison
Building Department vs. Private Provider in 2026: Timeline, Cost, and the New 10-Day Shot Clock

In 2026, HB 803 changed the math on Florida permitting. Compare the building department vs. a private provider on timeline, fees, and the new 10-business-day shot clock.

July 29, 2026
FAQ
7 Myths About Florida Private Providers — Debunked

"Private providers aren't accepted." "It's a loophole." "The city re-inspects anyway." We debunk the 7 most common myths about Florida private provider inspections under §553.791 and HB 803.

July 29, 2026
Storm Season
Storm Season Permitting in Florida: How Private Providers Keep Hurricane-Season Work Moving

When hurricane season floods building departments, private provider inspections keep your repairs and rebuilds moving. Here's how to avoid the storm-season permit backlog in Florida.

July 29, 2026
Trade Guide
Generator Permits and Inspections in Florida: A Contractor's Hurricane-Season Guide

Standby generator installs surge before hurricane season — and so do permit delays. Here's how generator permits and inspections work in Florida, and how a private provider speeds them up.

July 29, 2026
Trade Guide
Solar Panel Inspections in Florida: How to Beat the Summer Permit Backlog

Solar installs peak in summer — and so do permit backlogs. Learn how solar panel permits and inspections work in Florida and how a private provider gets your PV jobs inspected same-day.

July 29, 2026
Timeline
The 10-Business-Day Permit Shot Clock: How It Works and How to Enforce It

HB 803 gives Florida building departments just 10 business days to review plans or issue a permit when a private provider is used — or it's deemed approved. Here's how the shot clock works.

July 29, 2026
Structural
Threshold Inspections in Florida: What Developers and GCs Need to Know

Threshold buildings require special structural inspections by a licensed threshold inspector. Here's what threshold inspections are, when they're required in Florida, and how to keep them on schedule.

July 29, 2026
Trade Guide
Pool Contractors in Florida: Get Same-Day Inspections with a Private Provider

Pool permits and inspections slow Florida pool builders down every season. Learn how the pool permit process works and how a private provider gets your inspections done same-day.

July 29, 2026
Closeout
Open Permits and Commercial Closings: How to Close Out Faster in Florida

Open permits can derail a Florida commercial or real estate closing. Here's how open permits work, why they stall deals, and how a private provider closes them out fast.

July 29, 2026
Trade Guide
Roofing Contractors in Florida: Get Same-Day Roof Inspections with a Private Provider

Roof permits and inspections stall Florida roofers on every job. Learn how the roof permit process works and how a private provider gets dry-in and final inspections done same-day.

July 29, 2026
Guide
What Is a Private Provider in Florida? A Plain-English Guide

A private provider is a licensed professional who performs your building inspections and plan review in place of the local building department. Here is how it works under F.S. 553.791.

June 19, 2026
Statute
Florida Statute 553.791 Explained: The Private Provider Law

A complete breakdown of Florida Statute 553.791: who can be a private provider, the permit timelines, mandatory fee reductions, and what the law requires of building departments.

June 19, 2026
Comparison
Private Provider vs. the Building Department: What's the Difference?

A side-by-side comparison of using a private provider versus your local building department for plan review and inspections in Florida: speed, cost, and control.

June 19, 2026
Cost
How Much Does a Private Provider Cost in Florida?

What a private provider costs in Florida, how the mandatory permit fee reduction offsets it, and how to weigh the cost against the schedule savings on your project.

June 19, 2026
Timeline
Florida Private Provider Permit Timelines: What the Law Guarantees

A clear guide to the permit review deadlines under Florida's private provider statute, including the HB 803 10-business-day commercial window and deemed approval by law.

June 19, 2026
Builder Guide
Why Florida Builders Use Private Provider Inspections

Same-day and next-day inspections, one point of contact, and no municipal queue. How private provider inspections keep Florida builders and GCs on schedule.

June 19, 2026
Plan Review
Private Provider Plan Review for Architects and Engineers

Two-day plan review, organized comments, and reviewers who understand design intent. How private provider plan review reduces revision cycles for Florida design professionals.

June 19, 2026
Open Permits
Resolving Open Permits Before a Florida Closing

Open permits can stall a real estate closing. How a private provider resolves outstanding inspections quickly so the deal stays on track.

June 19, 2026
Single Trade
Single-Trade Inspections in Florida: When You Only Need One

When a project only needs an electrical, plumbing, or mechanical inspection, a single-trade private provider inspection is the fastest path. Here is how it works.

June 19, 2026
FAQ
7 Myths About Florida Private Providers, Corrected

Does the building department have to accept a private provider? Is it legal? Is the code different? The most common misconceptions about Florida private providers, set straight.

June 19, 2026
HB 803
What HB 803 Means for Florida Developers and Builders

What Florida House Bill 803 means for developers, builders, permit fees, private provider timelines, and commercial project costs.

May 8, 2026
Single Trade
HB 803 Just Changed the Game for Pool, HVAC, Window, and Generator Contractors

How HB 803 affects pool, HVAC, window, generator, roofing, electrical, plumbing, and other Florida single-trade permits.

May 8, 2026
Comparison
Private Provider vs. Local Building Department

A practical comparison across inspection timeline, plan review speed, cost, and communication.

March 5, 2025
Strategy
How Florida Builders Save 6–7 Weeks on Their Timeline

Where construction time is lost in the permitting process and how private providers recover it.

March 10, 2025
Architect Guide
Private Provider Plan Review: What Architects Need to Know

How private provider plan review works in Florida and what architects and engineers should expect.

March 18, 2025
Code Guide
Florida Building Code: What Contractors Need to Know in 2025

Key FBC provisions, what changed in the 8th Edition, and how private providers help navigate them.

March 20, 2025
Contractor Guide
Failed a Building Inspection in Florida? Here's What to Do

A practical guide for contractors when an inspection fails — what the report means and how to reschedule fast.

March 25, 2025
HVAC Guide
HVAC Permits and Inspections in Florida

Everything HVAC contractors need to know about permits, inspections, and common failures.

April 1, 2025
Real Estate
Open Permits and Florida Real Estate Closings

How open permits affect Florida closings and how to resolve them quickly.

April 5, 2025
FAQ
Private Provider Inspections: Frequently Asked Questions

A common question about private provider inspections in Florida — answered in plain language.

March 3, 2025
Guide
Private Provider Cost Savings in Florida: What You Actually Save

A breakdown of the real cost savings when using a Florida private provider.

March 1, 2025
Guide
Why Choose Tew & Taylor to Close Out Open Permits

When buying or selling property in Florida, ensuring all permits are properly closed is critical.

March 3, 2025
Guide
Florida Certificate of Occupancy: What It Is and How to Get It Faster

A complete guide to Florida certificates of occupancy — what triggers the CO and how to speed it up.

March 1, 2025
Checklist
Florida Building Inspection Checklist: Phase-by-Phase

A phase-by-phase breakdown of what Florida building inspectors check at each milestone.

March 1, 2025
Strategy
How to Speed Up a Building Permit in Florida: 7 Strategies

Seven proven strategies for accelerating building permit approvals in Florida.

March 1, 2025
Guide
How to Navigate Zoning Laws and Permits in Florida

A guide for homeowners and contractors on Florida zoning laws and the permit process.

March 3, 2025
Electrical Guide
Florida Electrical Permit and Inspection Guide

A complete guide to Florida electrical permits and inspections for contractors.

March 1, 2025
Plumbing Guide
Florida Plumbing Permit and Inspection Guide

A guide to Florida plumbing permits and inspections — rough-in, pressure testing, finals.

March 1, 2025
Roofing Guide
Florida Roofing Permit and Inspection Guide

Everything Florida roofing contractors need to know about permits and wind mitigation.

March 1, 2025

County & Market Guides

Local permitting insight for Florida's most active construction markets.

City & Neighborhood Coverage

Private provider services in specific Florida cities and communities.

Market Guide
City of Miami Building Department: A Contractor's Permit & Inspection Guide (2026)

Permitting in the City of Miami and Miami-Dade can be slow and complex. Here's a contractor's guide to permits, inspections, and how a private provider speeds it up under §553.791 and HB 803.

July 29, 2026
City Guide
Private Provider in West Palm Beach, FL

Licensed private provider in West Palm Beach — same-day inspections, 2-day plan review.

March 1, 2025
City Guide
Private Provider in Boca Raton, FL

Licensed private provider in Boca Raton — same-day inspections, 2-day plan review.

March 1, 2025
City Guide
Private Provider in Delray Beach, FL

Licensed private provider in Delray Beach — same-day inspections, 2-day plan review.

March 1, 2025
City Guide
Private Provider in Jupiter, FL

Premier private provider in Jupiter delivering plan reviews and private inspections.

January 20, 2025
City Guide
Private Provider in North Palm Beach, FL

Licensed private provider in North Palm Beach — same-day inspections, 2-day plan review.

March 1, 2025
City Guide
Private Provider in Palm Beach Gardens, FL

Licensed private provider in Palm Beach Gardens — same-day inspections, 2-day plan review.

March 1, 2025
City Guide
Private Provider in Boynton Beach, FL

Premier private provider in Boynton Beach helping contractors and homeowners accelerate projects.

December 18, 2024
City Guide
Private Provider in Wellington, FL

Trusted private provider in Wellington supporting residential and commercial construction.

January 20, 2025
City Guide
Private Provider in Stuart, FL

Certified private provider in Stuart delivering plan reviews and private inspections.

January 20, 2025
City Guide
Private Provider in Tampa, FL

Licensed private provider in Tampa — same-day inspections, 2-day plan review.

March 1, 2025
City Guide
Private Provider in Clearwater, FL

Licensed private provider in Clearwater — same-day inspections, 2-day plan review.

March 1, 2025
City Guide
Private Provider in Sarasota, FL

Licensed private provider in Sarasota — same-day inspections, 2-day plan review.

March 1, 2025
City Guide
Private Provider in Naples, FL

Licensed private provider in Naples — same-day inspections, 2-day plan review.

March 1, 2025
City Guide
Private Provider in Marco Island, FL

Elite private provider in Marco Island delivering plan reviews and private inspections.

January 20, 2025
City Guide
Private Provider in Orlando, FL

Licensed private provider in Orlando — same-day inspections, 2-day plan review.

March 1, 2025
City Guide
Private Provider in Jacksonville, FL

Licensed private provider in Jacksonville — same-day inspections, 2-day plan review.

March 1, 2025
City Guide
Private Provider in Miami, FL

Licensed private provider in Miami — same-day inspections, 2-day plan review.

March 1, 2025
City Guide
Private Provider in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Licensed private provider in Fort Lauderdale — same-day inspections, 2-day plan review.

March 1, 2025
City Guide
Private Provider in Coral Gables, FL

Licensed private provider in Coral Gables — same-day inspections, 2-day plan review.

March 1, 2025
City Guide
Private Provider in Pompano Beach, FL

Licensed private provider in Pompano Beach — same-day inspections, 2-day plan review.

March 1, 2025
City Guide
Private Provider in Venice, FL

Professional private provider in Venice offering plan reviews and private inspections.

January 20, 2025
City Guide
Private Provider in Lakewood Ranch, FL

Reliable private provider in Lakewood Ranch delivering plan reviews and inspections.

January 20, 2025
City Guide
Private Provider in Dunedin, FL

Authorized private provider in Dunedin supporting residential and commercial construction.

January 20, 2025
City Guide
Private Provider in Gulfport, FL

Dependable private provider in Gulfport supporting residential and commercial construction.

January 20, 2025
City Guide
Private Provider in Largo, FL

Experienced private provider in Largo delivering plan reviews and private inspections.

January 20, 2025
City Guide
Private Provider in Longboat Key, FL

Leading private provider in Longboat Key delivering plan reviews and inspections.

January 20, 2025
City Guide
Private Provider in Holmes Beach, FL

Trusted private provider in Holmes Beach offering plan reviews and private inspections.

February 7, 2025
City Guide
Private Provider in Anna Maria, FL

Professional private provider in Anna Maria specializing in building permit assistance.

February 7, 2025
City Guide
Private Provider in Davis Islands, FL

Experienced private provider in Davis Islands offering permitting and plan review.

February 7, 2025
City Guide
Private Provider in Golden Gate, FL

Certified private provider in Golden Gate offering plan reviews and inspections.

February 7, 2025
City Guide
Private Provider in Lely Resort, FL

Private provider services for residential and commercial construction in Lely Resort.

February 7, 2025