Wood-frame construction, like what was used in RISE Doro, is common in Florida because of its cost. But there are risks

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Wood-frame construction is permitted statewide in Florida and it’s a common choice for developers, even when it comes to high-rise apartment buildings like the downtown complex that caught fire on Sunday night and burned into Monday afternoon. If you drive around Jacksonville, you’ll likely see…

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