Showing ordinances that apply to Lake Butler, FL
Lake Butler is an unincorporated community (population 18,851) in Orange County, Florida. Because Lake Butler is not an incorporated city, it does not have its own municipal code. Instead, Orange County ordinances apply directly to properties here. The hot tub rules rules below are the ones that govern your area.
Hot tubs and spas holding over 24 inches of water require Orange County permits. Lockable safety cover meeting ASTM F1346 standard satisfies FL §515 barrier requirement without need for separate fence.
Orange County Building requires permits for hot tubs, spas, and swim spas under FL Building Code. FL §515.25(1)(c) exempts hot tubs/spas from 48-inch barrier requirement if equipped with approved safety cover meeting ASTM F1346. Covers must be lockable and capable of supporting a child walking on it. Electrical inspection required; 240V spas need dedicated GFCI-protected circuit. Plumbing permit required for drain connections. Portable spas under 24 inches water depth may be exempt from permits but still subject to setbacks.
Missing or non-compliant cover: treated as non-compliant pool barrier, FL §515 misdemeanor. Unpermitted electrical: stop-work order.
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