Florida Private Provider Plan Reviews and Inspections

FCC covers 50 Florida counties with 176+ building department registrations. Get 24-hour average SFR plan reviews, 2-day average commercial reviews, and live or offline virtual inspections under FL 553.791.

Direct Answer

What private provider services does FCC offer in Florida?

FCC offers private-provider plan reviews and virtual inspections for eligible Florida projects under FL 553.791. Contractors use FCC to reduce plan-review backlog and inspection scheduling drag while the local jurisdiction still handles permit issuance, permit fees, zoning, fire, public works, and other retained items.

24hr SFR

Plan Reviews

Professional building plan review services with 24-hour average SFR turnaround, 2-day for commercial. Residential and commercial projects across all trades.

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What's Included

  • Residential & Commercial
  • All Building Trades
  • Digital Submissions
  • Licensed Plans Examiners
  • Code Compliance Reports
  • Revision Support
Instant

Virtual Inspections

Instant live video inspections and 1-2 hour offline results through myFCC Mobile. Complete inspections from the job site without waiting for an inspector.

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What's Included

  • myFCC Mobile App
  • No Inspector Wait
  • Photo/Video Upload
  • Licensed Inspectors
  • Real-time Feedback
  • Digital Reports

Coverage

Where We Provide Private Provider Inspections

FCC is registered in 50 Florida counties with 176+ building department registrations — covering approximately 75% of the state's permitting activity. Virtual inspections eliminate geographic barriers within our coverage area.

Tampa Bay

  • Hillsborough County
  • Pinellas County
  • Pasco County
  • Hernando County
  • Manatee County
  • Sarasota County

Southwest Florida

  • Lee County
  • Charlotte County
  • Collier County
  • Hendry County

Southeast Florida

  • Broward County
  • Palm Beach County
  • Miami-Dade County
  • Martin County
  • St. Lucie County

Central Florida

  • Orange County
  • Osceola County
  • Seminole County
  • Volusia County
  • Lake County
  • Polk County

Northeast Florida

  • Duval County
  • St. Johns County
  • Clay County
  • Flagler County

Panhandle & More

  • Escambia County
  • Bay County
  • Okaloosa County
  • + Additional Counties

Full county list and building department registrations available on the service areas page.

Why Choose a Private Provider?

Under Florida Statute 553.791, you have the right to use a licensed private provider for plan reviews and inspections.

Faster Turnaround

Get plan reviews in 24 hours instead of weeks. Virtual inspections deliver instant results.

25-50%* Fee Savings

Building departments must reduce fees when you use a private provider per FL 553.791.

Expert Support

Work directly with licensed plans examiners and inspectors who understand your trade.

FAQ

Private Provider Inspections — Common Questions

Where does FCC provide private provider inspections in Florida?

FCC is registered in 50 Florida counties with 176+ building department registrations, covering approximately 75% of the state's permitting activity. Coverage spans Tampa Bay (Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco, Hernando, Manatee, Sarasota), Southwest Florida (Lee, Charlotte, Collier, Hendry), Southeast Florida (Broward, Palm Beach, Miami-Dade, Martin, St. Lucie), Central Florida (Orange, Osceola, Seminole, Volusia, Lake, Polk), and Northeast Florida and the Panhandle. Virtual inspections eliminate geographic limitations within our coverage area.

Can I get same-day private provider inspections near me in Florida?

Yes. FCC performs inspections virtually, which means a licensed inspector is available same-day regardless of where your project is located within our 50-county coverage area. Live virtual inspections connect you with a licensed inspector via video call in minutes. Offline inspections — GPS-tagged photos and video — return results in 1–2 hours. No scheduling windows, no waiting for an inspector to drive to your site.

Do I still use the building department if I use FCC for inspections?

Yes. You still submit the permit application, NTBO, permit fees, and any jurisdiction-required paperwork through the local building department. FCC handles the private-provider plan review and eligible inspection scope under FL 553.791, transmits FCC-scoped inspection results, and files the Certificate of Compliance after required FCC inspections are complete.

What types of building inspections does FCC perform?

FCC performs eligible BMEP and Florida Building Code inspections, including common structural, roofing, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, pool, solar, and final inspection milestones when they fall inside the private-provider scope. Zoning, fire, public works, utilities, right-of-way, drainage, and similar jurisdiction-retained inspections stay with the building department or AHJ.

How do I get started with private provider inspections through FCC?

Fill out our apply form to submit your project details. We'll follow up, set up your account, and walk you through the next steps.

Apply to Work With FCC

You've done the math on what a 3-week plan review lag costs. FCC turns that around in 1-2 days — and inspections get matched in minutes, not scheduled into a vague window where your crew waits all morning.