- Consumes less energy
- Operates energy efficiently
- Conserves water
- Protects natural resources on site
- Minimizes waste
- Is comfortable, safe and healthy
- Is durable and maintainable with minimal environmental impact
Why Build Green?
Florida's per-household consumption of electricity is amongst the highest in the United States, largely because the state's hot and humid weather drives up electricity demand for air-conditioning.
Environmental Benefits
- Enhance and protect biodiversity and ecosystems
- Improve air and water quality
- Reduce waste streams
- Conserve and restore natural resources
Economic Benefits
- Reduce operating costs
- Create, expand and shape markets for green products and services
- Improve occupant productivity
- Optimize life-cycle economic performance
Social Benefits
- Enhance occupant comfort and health
- Heighten aesthetic qualities
- Minimize strain on local infrastructure
- Improve overall quality of life
Fast-Track Review for Green Construction
Tampa Green Fast Track Review is available to anyone wishing to build an environmentally sustainable or "green" project. During building permit submittal in the Accela platform, projects that indicate they are planning to use sustainable practices are expedited (moved to the "front of the line") for review at the Construction Services Center. Eligible projects must be registered with a third-party rating system. At this time, the two recognized rating systems are Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) and the Florida Green Building Coalition (FGBC) for commercial and residential projects. A letter of approval from the certifying agency is required.
The Tampa’s Green Fast Track checklist for all residential projects and commercial projects under 5,000 square feet has been discontinued.
If you have any questions and to apply for a building permit, please visit the Construction Services Division.