Plant City requires scaffolding over 10 feet to comply with Florida Building Code and OSHA standards. Commercial scaffold erection requires a building permit and licensed contractor. Public right-of-way encroachment requires separate permit from Public Works.
Plant City Building Department enforces Florida Building Code 7th Edition (2020) Chapter 33 for scaffolding safety. Scaffolding adjacent to public sidewalks requires pedestrian protection (covered walkways) per FBC 3306. Hurricane tie-down requirements apply to scaffolds left overnight during named storm watches. Contractors must carry general liability insurance. Inspections required before use on commercial projects over 2 stories.
Operating unpermitted scaffold: stop-work order issued. Fines start at 250 dollars per day. Right-of-way obstruction without permit: 100 dollar citation. Failure to secure during hurricane warning: negligence charges possible.
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