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Buildings define our
communities for generations to come. In Sarasota County, green
building and green development practices are creating a more
sustainable community.
To encourage voluntary green building, Sarasota County offers
fast track permitting and reduced building permit fees to new
commercial, residential or residential remodeling construction
that meets FGBC or USGBC standards. Businesses can enjoy
financial benefits of building green while serving as role
models for the community.
Green buildings often cost little or no more to build than
conventional designs. They are high-performance, high-quality
buildings designed to last longer, and cost less to operate and
maintain. Green commercial buildings can attract desirable
tenants and educated buyers who often are willing to pay a
premium for the advantages afforded by green buildings.
To protect the environment, improve quality of life and promote
sustainability, Sarasota County has adopted incentives to
encourage both green buildings and green developments that
follow the United States Green Building Council (USGBC) or the
Florida Green Building Coalition (FGBC) green rating systems.
The choice is yours.
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