Sarasota Climate Zone & Energy Code

Climate Zone: IECC Climate Zone 2A (hot-humid). Sarasota's Gulf Coast position produces hot, humid summers (92°F/78°F cooling design) and mild winters (38°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 Sarasota County and all Sarasota jurisdictions.

Local Electric Utility: Florida Power & Light (FPL) or Duke Energy Florida

Building Department: City of Sarasota Building, Zoning & Code Compliance

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