Jupiter requires permits for scaffolding over 10 feet in height per Florida Building Code. All scaffolding must meet OSHA 29 CFR 1926 standards and Florida Building Code wind load requirements for Palm Beach County (170 mph ultimate wind speed zone).
Town of Jupiter Building Division enforces Florida Building Code 8th Edition (2023) for all scaffold installations. Scaffolds erected in public right-of-way require a separate ROW permit from Engineering. Scaffolds must be removed during hurricane warnings (sustained winds 74+ mph forecast within 36 hours). Licensed contractors must erect commercial scaffolding; homeowners may erect residential scaffolds under 20 feet without a licensed erector. Scaffold inspections required before use on commercial projects.
Unpermitted scaffold: stop work order plus $250 fine. Failure to remove before hurricane: $500 per day. OSHA violations reported to state.
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