Florida Construction Defect Statute

Select Year: The 2025 Florida Statutes. 2020 Florida Statutes Title XXXIII REGULATION OF TRADE, COMMERCE, INVESTMENTS, AND SOLICITATIONS Chapter 558 CONSTRUCTION DEFECTS Entire Chapter CHAPTER 558. Florida Statutes Title XXXIII, Regulation of Trade, Commerce, Investments, and Solicitations; Chapter 558, Construction Defects.

Refreshed: 2025. The before statutes control the barriers to entry (licensing, contracts and codes), the during statutes govern what is built and how (code enforcement, workers' compensation, safety), and the after statutes govern what happens when things go wrong (statute of limitations, liens, construction defects, arbitration code). Florida Statutes 558 plays a crucial role in managing construction defect claims, providing a framework that aims to resolve disputes efficiently and fairly.

This statute outlines the procedural steps necessary for both property owners and contractors to address issues without immediately resorting to litigation. Understanding this legal process can help prevent lengthy court cases and promote. FLORIDA'S CONSTRUCTION DEFECT STATUTE: Chapter 558 of the Florida Statutes broadly governs "construction disputes".

The Statute generally requires that owners (i.e., associations) provide pre-suit notice to developers, contractors, subcontractors, material suppliers and/or design professionals before the commencement of legal action against any of the aforementioned parties in connection. What qualifies as a construction defect? A "construction defect" is defined by Florida Statute 558 as any deficiency arising from the construction of a property from the installation of defective material; the work performed results in building code violations; and/or the property's design is flawed or deviates from the industry standards. The Florida Legislature has modified the time limit property owners have to file suit against construction professionals and contractors for construction defects under Florida Statute Section 95.11(3)(c)'s (2018) statute of limitations and statute of repose.

Navigate Florida Statute Chapter 558's mandatory steps for construction defect resolution. Master the notice, inspection, and formal response timelines. Understanding Construction Defects Under Florida Law Florida defines a construction defect as a deficiency arising from the design, specifications, construction, or remodeling of real property.

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