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Steps to a successful Threshold special inspection process
What Are Threshold and Special Inspections?
In South Florida, certain building projects require oversight from a licensed Threshold or Special Inspector, as mandated by the Building Department. These inspectors are independent engineers who verify that construction—often concrete repairs, structural work, or high-rise projects—is performed according to approved plans and code. Unlike other services, the City requires you to hire these inspectors before work begins.
A Simplified Look at South Florida’s Threshold and Special Inspection Process (step-by-step)
These steps outline a basic framework of the Threshold and Special Inspection process, though the actual work involves advanced engineering concepts, detailed reviews, and strict Building Department requirements.
- STEP 1: The Building Department notifies the owner and/or the contractor that a Threshold or Special Inspector must be hired.
- STEP 2: Owner hires (and typically pays for) a licensed Florida engineer qualified to perform Threshold or Special Inspections. Learn about the differences between a Threshold and Special Inspector here.
- STEP 3: Inspector meets with the contractor before starting the job to coordinate inspection procedures and project scheduling.
- STEP 4: Contractor calls the inspector for site visits as key stages of construction are performed.
- STEP 5: Inspector documents each visit in a detailed inspection log, marking work as passed or failed.
- STEP 6: All inspection reports are submitted to the City during construction to show ongoing compliance.
- STEP 7: At project completion, inspector issues a signed and sealed certification letter to the Building Department.
- STEP 8: Contractor uses the inspector’s certification to officially close out the building permit.
Our licensed Threshold and Special Inspectors handle the complex engineering and documentation, ensuring compliance with Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach building departments so your project closes out smoothly.
1. What qualifies a building to require a Threshold or Special Inspector in Florida?
A “threshold building” in Florida is defined as any structure over three stories or 50 feet tall, or an assembly occupancy exceeding 5,000 square feet with more than 500 occupants—these projects legally require a licensed Threshold or Special Inspector during certain phases of construction. Local jurisdictions like Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach counties enforce these requirements to ensure public safety and structural integrity.
2. Who is qualified to perform Threshold and Special Inspections?
Florida law requires a licensed Professional Engineer (PE)—with specified experience in threshold building inspections and structural design—to conduct these services in South Florida, providing official oversight for project safety and compliance. These inspectors follow an approved structural inspection plan as outlined in the permit documents.
3. What documentation must be submitted to close out the permit after Threshold or Special Inspections?
Once all inspection stages are completed and passed, the Threshold or Special Inspector must issue a signed and sealed certification letter to the Building Department confirming compliance with approved plans. This documentation is required for the contractor to finalize the Building Department permit process and receive Certificate of Occupancy.