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<item><title>Zoning Issues for South Florida Homes: Setbacks, Lot Coverage, ADUs, Flood Elevations &amp; Variances</title><link>https://househelppro.com/blog/south-florida-zoning-setbacks-adus-flood-zones</link><guid>https://househelppro.com/blog/south-florida-zoning-setbacks-adus-flood-zones</guid><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate><description>Before you design an addition, ADU or new home in Broward County, know the zoning rules: setbacks, 50% lot coverage, building height step-backs, FEMA flood elevations, the 50% rule, fences and variances.</description><category>Zoning &amp; Permits</category></item>
<item><title>The Florida Building Code, Explained: One Statewide Code, Born From Hurricane Andrew</title><link>https://househelppro.com/blog/florida-building-code-explained</link><guid>https://househelppro.com/blog/florida-building-code-explained</guid><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate><description>Architects Stan Schachne and Jeffrey Gross explain how the Florida Building Code works: one statewide code, local amendments, the Hurricane Andrew origin story, 170–175 mph wind design, and the 2026 update.</description><category>Building Code</category></item>
<item><title>Introducing the HouseHelpPro Podcast: What It Really Takes to Design and Build in South Florida</title><link>https://househelppro.com/blog/introducing-the-househelppro-podcast</link><guid>https://househelppro.com/blog/introducing-the-househelppro-podcast</guid><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate><description>Meet Stan Schachne AIA, a licensed architect and general contractor since 1995, and the HouseHelpPro Podcast, a free series that explains the realities of design and construction in South Florida.</description><category>Podcast</category></item>
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