New Construction Fire Protection Engineering

Fire Protection Engineering for New Construction

Building a new high-rise condominium, commercial office tower, or mixed-use development in Florida? EB Life Safety provides comprehensive fire protection engineering services from design through commissioning to ensure your project meets all Florida Building Code and NFPA requirements.

New Construction Services

• Fire Protection System Design Review - Sprinkler systems (NFPA 13), fire alarm systems (NFPA 72), standpipe systems, and fire pump sizing
• Smoke Control Design - Stairwell pressurization, atrium smoke exhaust, and zoned smoke control per NFPA 92 and IBC 909
• Fire Life Safety Narratives - Comprehensive documentation required for building permits and plan review
• Performance-Based Design - Alternative fire protection solutions using fire modeling for unique architectural features
• Commissioning - System acceptance testing and verification before certificate of occupancy
• AHJ Coordination - Working directly with local fire marshals and building officials throughout the project

Building Types

We provide fire protection engineering for all building types including high-rise condominiums, luxury hotels and resorts, commercial office towers, mixed-use developments, healthcare facilities, warehouses and industrial buildings, educational institutions, and retail and assembly venues.

Florida-Specific Expertise

Florida presents unique challenges for new construction fire protection including High Velocity Hurricane Zone (HVHZ) requirements in Miami-Dade and Broward counties, coordination with impact-resistant glazing and opening protections, and enhanced high-rise requirements. Our engineers understand these requirements and work to integrate fire protection seamlessly into your project design.