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Department Package · $120 per person
All 2027 in-person seminars and on-demand courses for your staff, with one invoice. On sale once the 2027 seminars are set.
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Public Package · $150
The same seminars and courses for contractors, design professionals and anyone renewing a license.
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Meeting Recaps
Meeting Recaps: Catch Up on Every General Meeting
Missed a general membership meeting? Starting this month, COEA will post a short recap after every meeting: the speaker and topic, announcements…
November 7, 2026
Legislative Updates
HB 803, Building Permits and Inspections
HB 803, Building Permits and Inspections, was signed by the Governor on May 6, 2026 (Chapter 2026-63) and took effect July 1,…
November 7, 2026
Code Corner
9th Edition (2026) Florida Building Code
The 9th Edition (2026) Florida Building Code takes effect on December 31, 2026. Plan reviewers, inspectors and contractors across Broward will be…
November 7, 2026
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