The bill amends several sections of Florida Statutes to address areas of critical state concern, particularly focusing on the Florida Keys. It introduces an exemption from payment and performance bond requirements for contractors working on properties within these areas if they meet specific conditions, such as being under a long-term lease with Habitat for Humanity. Additionally, the bill extends the timeline for Florida Forever appropriations for land purchases in the Florida Keys, ensuring that at least $5 million is allocated for land acquisition in this region through the 2035-2036 fiscal year.

Furthermore, the bill revises local comprehensive planning requirements related to hurricane evacuation clearance times, increasing the maximum time from 24 to 24.5 hours and establishing a system for permit allocations for new residential units. It mandates that certain local governments maintain building permit allocation systems and specifies the distribution of 825 permit allocations over ten years, prioritizing workforce housing and affordable residences. The term "workforce housing" is defined within the bill, emphasizing the need for housing accessible to those employed in Monroe County. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
H 995 Filed: 196.1978, 259.105, 380.0552
H 995 c1: 259.105, 380.0552
H 995 c2: 259.105, 380.0552