Development Support
HB Design and Engineering coordinates development support and code compliance services to ensure your project meets all zoning and regulatory requirements. Our team reviews drawings, coordinates revisions with the licensed Professional Engineers involved, and aligns documentation with the Florida Building Code. By addressing potential compliance issues early, we help reduce review comments, improve submission readiness, and accelerate your permitting process.
HB Design and Engineering, LLC acts as a project coordinator and owner's representative. All engineering services, including the preparation, signing, and sealing of engineering documents, are performed by independent Florida-licensed Professional Engineers in accordance with Chapter 471, Florida Statutes. HB Design and Engineering does not practice engineering and does not sign, seal, or issue engineering documents.
Integrated design and engineering solutions for St. Petersburg and Florida
Local
expertise
We know Florida’s building codes and permitting inside out, ensuring your project meets every requirement in St. Petersburg and beyond.
Streamlined
process
Our in-house team unites design and engineering, and through our partner construction company, we deliver seamless, high-quality results with fewer delays.
Sustainability and innovation
We design with efficiency and innovation in mind, using modern tools and sustainable practices that add lasting value.
Client-focused project management
Clear communication and tailored solutions keep your project on track while putting your vision first.
Serving All Florida Counties
At HB Design and Engineering, we’re proud to manage architectural design, structural engineering, permit plans, and code compliance services across St. Petersburg, Tampa, Clearwater, and every corner of Florida. From coastal communities to inland developments, our team understands the unique requirements of Florida’s building codes and environments.
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Whether your project is residential, multifamily, or commercial, we provide expert management solutions that combine design innovation with engineering precision. With experience across all 67 Florida counties, we help property owners, developers, and contractors bring their vision to life, no matter the location.
Frequently asked questions
What is pre-submittal coordination?
It's an early review step where we check drawings and documentation against zoning and Florida Building Code requirements before you submit, helping catch issues that could otherwise cause delays.
Can you help if my project already received review comments?
Yes. We coordinate plan review revisions with the licensed Professional Engineers involved to address comments and get your submission back on track.
How does this service reduce permitting delays?
By identifying zoning and code compliance issues early and coordinating revisions proactively, we help improve submission readiness and reduce avoidable back-and-forth with the jurisdiction.
Do you handle zoning questions as well as building code questions?
Yes. Our development support covers both zoning regulation alignment and Florida Building Code compliance, so both sides of the approval process are addressed.
At what stage of a project should I bring in code compliance coordination?
As early as possible. Involving us during pre-submittal coordination, before drawings are finalized, gives the most opportunity to catch issues and avoid costly revisions later.
