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To: mishedlo who wrote (53665)	7/21/2006 12:23:43 AM
From: Bill/WA	Respond to of 116555

Mish, yes it was me that asked that question. >>What I think I remember is that there is a Florida Law that allows homebuilders to pick their own inspectors in lieu of local inspectors.<< Yes, this I believe is true (especially high rises). However, individuals having problems (completion dates, improperly constructed, improperly inspected, non-payment to subs by the contractor, etc.) would (and did) contact the CILB and a hearing would be held. The Construction Industry Licensing Board controlled the licensing of ALL contractors [electrical, plumbing, mechanical...even pool contractors]. Even if a contractor only had a county license, he still had to be registered with "the Board", and was held liable for any mistakes, non-payment to subs, incomplete work, misuse of funds, etc. In summary, this has nothing to do with inspections or inspectors, private or otherwise. The "Board" investigated complaints & in turn controlled licensing. They were a force to be reconded with if there were complaints against you as a contractor. Bill