Florida Building Code: Accessibility – Eighth Edition (2023)
$80.00
Florida Building Code: Accessibility (FBC Accessibility), 8th Edition, updated for 2023.
Since the 1990 Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), every level of a building must be accessible to people with disabilities. The Florida Accessibility Code book covers the requirements to build structures that are fully accessible and legally acceptable across Florida: how to pitch and build ramps, how wide a doorway must be for a wheelchair, where automatic doors and accessible routes are required, and more. It includes a Quick Reference Index so you can find any rule fast on the job or in the exam room.
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Description
In short: This Eighth Edition book is the 2023 Florida Building Code Accessibility, the Florida code that sets the standards for making buildings usable by people with disabilities, based on the ADA Standards for Accessible Design. It is a reference for the Florida contractor exam and for keeping job sites compliant. The price is $80.
What’s included
- The 8th Edition of the code, updated for 2023
- Requirements for ramps, doorways, restrooms, parking, elevators and accessible routes
- Florida accessibility code 2023 updates to door hardware, clear floor and turning space, and residential dwelling units
The Florida Accessibility Code Book Also Contains:
- Quick Reference Index
The Florida Building Code: Accessibility, 8th Edition (2023) is the essential reference for contractors, architects, and designers working on accessible construction in Florida. It covers the latest ADA-based standards and state requirements for ramps, doorways, restrooms, parking, elevators, and accessible routes in commercial and residential buildings. Whether you are preparing for the Florida contractor exam or keeping a job site compliant, it gives you clear explanations, illustrations, and worked examples so you can apply the accessibility code with confidence.
What is the Florida Accessibility Code?
The Florida Accessibility Code is the set of construction standards that make buildings usable by people with disabilities. It applies to public and private buildings across the state and regulates parking, entrances, travel paths, elevators, and restrooms, among other elements. The standards are based heavily on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Standards for Accessible Design, the federal civil-rights law enforced by the U.S. Department of Justice.
Florida Building Code: Accessibility – 8th Edition (2023)
The 8th Edition keeps the core principles of accessibility and inclusivity while updating the code for current building practice. Key updates in this edition include:
- Changes to door hardware and operating-force requirements
- Adjustments to clear floor space and turning space
- Updates to accessible routes, ramps, and lifts
- New provisions for residential dwelling units
- Revised standards for public transportation facilities
The Florida general contractor exam is demanding, so we recommend pairing this book with all the required references and our rigorously tested Florida Business and Finance exam prep. This guide is also included in our discounted set of Florida General Contractor License books.
Why accessibility compliance matters
Accessibility is a legal requirement under the ADA, not an optional extra. Non-compliance with the Florida accessibility code can lead to fines, lawsuits, or a facility that cannot open. Designing to the accessible code also produces buildings that work better for everyone: people with disabilities, older users, parents with strollers, and anyone with a temporary injury. Staying current with the 2023 updates keeps your projects compliant and inclusive.
Frequently asked questions
Related: the complete book bundle, which books your license needs, or AIA Document Bundle: A201-2017, A401-2.
Preparing for the General Contractor exam? The Florida General Contractor Exam Prep and Books Bundle includes Essential Test Prep, which teaches you to practice finding the answers in the books, and costs less than buying the books and the prep separately. New to the process? Start with our Florida General Contractor license guide.
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