The 25% Rule for Florida Window Replacement: What Redington Beach Owners Need to Know
How The 25% Rule Actually Works A lot of Redington Beach homeowners hear about the 25% rule and assume it is a simple window count, but the code is looking at the percentage of an exterior wall opening area, not just the number of units. Cross that threshold within 12 months, and you can trigger requirements that bring the replaced openings up to current Florida code, including impact protection or approved alternative protection where applicable. This is not a cou