Anthony B. Spivey, DBA
Executive Director
Division of Professions
Board of Architecture and Interior Design
1940 North Monroe Street
Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783
Phone: 850.487.1395
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) specific to Threshold Building Inspectors
BOARD INFORMATION
- What are the functions of the Board of Architecture and Interior Design?
The Board of Architecture and Interior Design regulates architects, interior designers, threshold inspectors, architecture businesses and interior design businesses.
- Does the board have a website?
Yes: www.MyFloridaLicense.com > Our Businesses & Professions > Architecture and Interior Design.
- What are the statutes and rules that govern Architecture and Interior Design?
Chapter 481, Part I, Florida Statutes and Rule 61G1 of the Florida Administrative Code.
- When and where is the next board meeting?
The dates and locations are available through the board office or online. You may check the board’s website for exact dates and locations at www.MyFloridaLicense.com > Our Businesses & Professions > Architecture and Interior Design > Board Meeting Information.
- Where can I obtain a copy of the board meeting agenda or past minutes?
Agendas and minutes are available online at www.MyFloridaLicense.com > Our Businesses & Professions > Architecture and Interior Design > Board Meeting Information.
LICENSURE INFORMATION
- What are the requirements to become a threshold building inspector?
You must hold an active architect license in good standing with the Florida Board of Architecture and Interior Design, verify that you have three years of structural experience, and demonstrate minimum qualification criteria with education and experience.
- How can I get an application to become a threshold building inspector?
The application is available online at www.MyFloridaLicense.com > Apply For/Update Licenses, or you may contact the department’s Customer Contact Center at 850.487.1395 between the hours of 8:00 am – 6:00 pm, Monday – Friday.
- Why would I need to have the title threshold building inspector added to my architecture license?
This addition will permit you to perform structural field inspections on threshold buildings.
- What is considered a threshold building?
Any building greater than three stories or 50 feet in height or an occupancy classification that exceeds 5,000 square feet is considered a threshold building.
- What is added to a current architect’s license to show that he/she is licensed as a threshold inspector?
The specialty of “threshold building inspector”.
- How can I find out if a person is licensed as a threshold building inspector?
You may contact the Customer Contact Center at 850.487.1395 between the hours of 8:00 am – 6:00 pm, Monday – Friday or visit the department online at www.MyFloridaLicense.com.
- What is the cost to apply for a threshold building inspector license?
The application fee is $100.00 and is non-refundable.
APPLICATION ASSISTANCE
- How can I obtain assistance on completing my application?
If you have any questions or need assistance completing your application, please contact the department’s Customer Contact Center at 850.487.1395 between the hours of 8:00 am – 6:00 pm, Monday – Friday.
- Where do I mail my application?
Department of Business and Professional Regulation
Central Intake Unit
1940 North Monroe Street
Tallahassee, Florida 32399-0783
COMPLAINTS
- Whom do I contact to file a complaint against an architect who is permitted to practice threshold building inspections, or to file a complaint against an unlicensed threshold building inspector?
The Board of Architecture and Interior Design has contracted with Smith, Thompson, Shaw, & Manausa, P.A. to perform the investigative and prosecutorial functions of the board.
To file a complaint, please contact:
Smith, Thompson, Shaw, & Manausa, P.A.
2075 Centre Pointe Boulevard
Tallahassee, Florida 32308-4893
850.402.1570
www.stslaw.com/board.htm