05/02/2026
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61G4‑15.015 Certification of Specialty Structure Contractors
(1) Scope of Rule.
The purpose of this rule is to provide for the certification of specialty structure contractors.
(2) Definition.
(a) “Specialty Structure Contractor” is a contractor whose services are limited to the ex*****on of contracts requiring the experience, knowledge and skill necessary for the fabrication, assembling, handling, er****on, installation, replacement, dismantling, adjustment, alteration, repair, servicing and design work when not prohibited by law, in accordance with accepted engineering data and/or according to manufacturers specifications in the aluminum, metal, canvas, vinyl and fiberglass screening, doors and windows, hurricane protection devices and allied construction materials. [1]1
(b) The scope of such work shall include and be limited to fabric coverings on metal substructures, screened porches, screened enclosures, pool enclosures, preformed panel-post and beam roofs, manufactured housing roof-overs, vinyl or acrylic panel window enclosures, guardrails, handrails, aluminum and vinyl fences, the installation or replacement of windstorm protective devices, single story self-contained aluminum utility storage structures (not to exceed 720 sq. ft.), residential glass window and door enclosures, sunrooms, siding, soffit, fascia and gutters. [1]1
The installation or replacement of window and door assemblies certified in accordance with AAMA 101 / I.S.2 or Miami Dade TAS 201, 202, 203 as specified by the Florida Building Code in Group R occupancy buildings up to three stories or thirty feet in height. [1]1
The scope shall include wood work incidental to the aluminum work, limited to framing for small utility structures, raised decks, and minor wood repair related to installations. [1]1
(c) The scope shall include masonry and concrete work limited to foundations, slabs, and block knee walls incidental to the specialty work. The contractor shall not alter the structural integrity of a building including roof trusses, lintels, load-bearing walls, or foundations. [1]1
(d) Any additional trades must be subcontracted to properly licensed contractors. [1]1
(3) Certification procedures and fees
Same as other contractors under Florida Statutes Chapter 489. [1]
