Enforcement of the Florida Building Code

HB 1169 requires local governments in Florida to use all fees, fines, and earnings collected for enforcing the Florida Building Code *only* for building code-related activities like permit processing, inspections, and enforcement. It limits how much excess funds can be carried forward (to the average of the previous 4 years' operating budget for code enforcement) and mandates that unspent funds be used for fee rebates, technology upgrades, building construction for enforcement agencies, or inspector training. The bill prohibits using these funds for unrelated activities like zoning, public events, or inspections of public buildings at reduced rates. It directly affects local governments managing building code enforcement and building permit applicants paying related fees.