§ 78-136. Permits and building code.

(a)

Building permit. A building permit and inspections shall be required for artwork and foundation work when necessitated by the work, as determined by the building official.

(b)

Electrical components. An electrical permit and inspections are required for artwork that uses electrical components. Either the entire electrical system or each electrical component used shall be listed by Underwriter's Laboratory (UL), or similar nationally recognized testing laboratory, and shall only be used in accordance with such listing. Alternatively, the electrical drawings and installation shall demonstrate that the electrical system complies with the version of the National Electrical Code referenced in the current Florida Building Code. The electrical power supply must be installed by a licensed electrical contractor in accordance with the current Florida Building Code. The electrical system configuration shall provide access for maintenance of the electrical system in accordance with the current Florida Building Code.

(c)

When the artwork media is lighting or text-based art, and is not a sign, the art is not required to meet code requirements for signs, but must be determined by city inspectors to be safe.

(Ord. No. 4754-17, § 9, 2-12-2018)