The bill amends Florida Statutes to create special alcoholic beverage licenses for certain residential condominiums that provide food and beverage amenities to their residents. Specifically, it allows for the issuance of a special license to residential condominiums with at least 50 units that are wholly owned or rented to nontransients, provided they are licensed as a food service establishment. The license will be issued only to the person or corporation managing the food and beverage operations, not to the condominium association. Additionally, the bill prohibits these licensees from selling alcoholic beverages for off-premises consumption and restricts sales after the hours for serving or consuming food have elapsed.

The bill also makes conforming amendments to cross-references in existing statutes related to the sale and delivery of alcoholic beverages. It clarifies that the special license for these residential condominiums is distinct from other licenses and includes specific conditions regarding the sale of alcoholic beverages, ensuring that they are consumed on the premises and only by residents and their guests. The effective date for this act is set for July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
H 799 Filed: 561.20, 316.1936, 565.045