The Florida Building Commission is preparing the 9th Edition (2026) update to the Florida Building Code (FBC), and they want YOUR input. Early next year, rule development workshop(s) will be held to gather public feedback on the proposed Supplements to the current 8th Edition (2023) FBC. These Supplements, along with the 8th Edition, form the draft 9th Edition update, following Florida’s triennial code update process.

The Supplements include all modifications approved by a 75% majority vote of the Commission, as well as previously adopted amendments.

Key Dates & Details:

• Written comments accepted through: January 30, 2026, 5:00 p.m.

• Where to submit comments: mo.madani@myfloridalicense.com

• Workshops: Dates and details to be announced soon

For those following the process closely, the Building Code Information System/Proposed Code Modification Module has been updated with actions and outcomes from the December 9, 2025, Commission meeting. A summary of tracking charts from this meeting is also available here.

Review the Draft 9th Edition (2026) and Supplements here

If you have questions, the Building Codes and Standards Office can be reached at (850) 487-1824.