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Field notes from the practice: coastal design, assessments, permitting and code, written by the engineers who seal the work.

Wind Load Requirements in Florida: A Tampa Bay Guide

Judian Duran, PE

Published on: 14/09/2026

Wind load requirements in Florida run on the 8th Edition (2023) code and ASCE 7-22. Pinellas designs to 145 mph for Risk Category II. Here is the framework.

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Structural Engineer Tampa: When You Need One

Judian Duran, PE

Published on: 26/08/2026

Structural engineer Tampa: the city requires signed and sealed plans for additions, pools and screen enclosures. See exactly when your project needs one.

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