Diaz & Russell Corp. v. Department of Business & Professional Regulation

This appeal is taken from a final administrative order determining that the appellants (a licensed general contractor and his company) violated the statutes regulating the practice of architecture in Florida by offering and rendering non-exempt architectural services for a “design-build” project. The issue is strictly a question of law, and it is apparently one of first impression regarding the application of the exemption governing such projects. We reverse the final order and vacate the fine and costs imposed against the appellants.

The pertinent facts were undisputed. The appellant, Mr.…