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        "text": "Permit requirements and zoning rules depend on your specific municipality and county regulations across the Tampa Bay area. In jurisdictions like Hillsborough or Pinellas County, local building codes govern building setbacks, maximum lot coverage, separate utility metering, and whether a full kitchen with a 220V stove outlet is permitted in a secondary suite. Before construction starts, plans must be submitted to the local building department to obtain zoning clearance and building, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical permits. Confirming these requirements during your initial design consultation prevents costly redesigns or zoning violations.",
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