FL H0647

Condominium and cooperative buildings of 3+ stories without fire sprinkler systems in common areas must post warning signs/symbols approved by the State Fire Marshal to alert emergency responders

Buildings 75 feet or less in height are exempt from fire sprinkler retrofitting requirements with no opt-out vote needed; buildings over 75 feet may opt out with a two-thirds vote of all voting interests (increased from simple majority)

Compliance deadline for fire sprinkler retrofitting extended to January 1, 2023, with building permit applications required by December 31, 2019 for non-compliant associations that haven't opted out

State Fire Marshal must issue a data call by July 1, 2019 to collect information on high-rise condominiums over 75 feet lacking fire sprinkler systems, with a compiled report due to the Governor and Legislature by September 1, 2020

Associations may accept certificates of compliance from licensed electrical contractors, electricians, or professional engineers as evidence of fire and life safety code compliance