Clearing approvals are usually handled locally, with separate environmental reviews required for some sites or work. Before clearing land for a new home, get written approval; owning the parcel alone isn’t enough. Coordinate the home footprint, drainage, tree removal, and access before equipment arrives. Confirm the parcel’s jurisdiction and define the proposed work first. Key…
For new-home projects covered by Florida’s current statute, a Florida notice of commencement must be recorded before construction starts. A copy must also be posted at the jobsite. The document identifies the property, owner, contractor, lender, and other parties connected to the project. For homeowners, this document supports payment protection, but it doesn’t prove that…
Florida builders risk insurance protects the money invested in a home under construction. Builder’s risk insurance, also called course of construction insurance, provides temporary property coverage. An affordable build needs more than a competitive premium. Your coverage amount, storm deductible, and policy dates all affect the full construction budget. We recommend starting with the home…
After permitted work is complete, required inspections must pass and deficiencies must be corrected before final approval. The local building authority then issues the certificate, though requirements and sequencing vary by location. Keep occupancy approval separate from your builder’s punch list and closing checklist, since contractual work may still need attention. A dependable finish starts…
