Cape Coral Climate Zone & Energy Code

Climate Zone: IECC Climate Zone 1A (very hot-humid). Cape Coral's Gulf Coast position produces year-round tropical conditions — 92°F/79°F cooling design and 44°F heating design.

Energy Code & Manual J Requirement: Florida Building Code (Energy Conservation Chapter, IECC 2021). ACCA Manual J required for residential HVAC permits in Lee County and Cape Coral jurisdictions.

Local Electric Utility: Florida Power & Light (FPL / NextEra Energy)

Building Department: City of Cape Coral Building Division

Local Trade Association: ACCA Florida Chapter / ASHRAE Southwest Florida Chapter