Florida ADU Rules in 2026: What HB 1239 Changed (and What It Didn't)
Florida HB 1239 (2026) preempts some local ADU zoning — but HOA covenants still apply. Here's what actually changed.
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Additions & ADUs.
Room additions, second-story builds, master suites, and Florida's 2026 ADU rules — what permits matter, how long the foundation tie-in takes, and where wind-load and flood-zone code shape the design.
Home Addition Foundation Options for Florida Flood Zones
Foundation options for NE Florida additions in flood zones — slab, raised slab, pier-and-beam, elevated — and what FEMA requires.
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Room Addition Roof Tie-In Options: How to Match Existing in NE Florida
Three room-addition roof tie-in approaches for NE Florida — gable, hip, shed — and how to pick the right one for your house.
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In-Law Suite vs Detached ADU in Florida: 2026 Rules and Cost Comparison
In-law suite vs detached ADU in NE Florida — 2026 HB 1239 rules, HOA limits, cost comparison, and decision framework.
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Master Suite Addition: Cost and Process for NE Florida Homes
Master suite addition cost in NE Florida by tier — plus the full 18-week process from design through Certificate of Occupancy.
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Second-Story Addition Feasibility in Florida: When It Works and When It Doesn't
When a second-story addition works in NE Florida and when building outward is the right answer instead.
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Home Addition Permits by County in Northeast Florida: Clay, Duval, St. Johns Compared
Clay County vs Duval vs St. Johns addition permits — fee structure, timeline, impact fees, and HOA review compared.
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Home Addition Cost Per Square Foot in Jacksonville, FL (2026)
Real 2026 Jacksonville home addition cost per square foot, plus the four cost drivers most homeowners don't see in the initial quote.
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Planning a Major Addition or Whole-Home Remodel in Northeast Florida
Planning a large NE Florida addition or whole-home remodel: design, permits, sequencing, and the decisions that lock in cost before demo. From Ryan Carey, FL (license # here).
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Planning a Patio Addition or Remodel: A Complete Guide
A well-planned patio addition or remodel transforms your outdoor space from underutilized backyard into a functional extension of your home's living area. Whether you're adding a covered patio to cr
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