This bill amends various sections of Florida Statutes concerning land use and development regulations, with a focus on streamlining processes and enhancing protections for agricultural interests. It prohibits counties and municipalities from requiring applicants to install or fund works of art as a condition for development permits. The bill also allows owners of agricultural enclaves to seek administrative approval for development without amending local comprehensive plans, provided the development is compatible with surrounding land uses. Additionally, it clarifies that the production of ethanol from plants is not classified as chemical manufacturing and introduces new definitions and requirements related to recreational covenants and financial disclosures for amenity ownership.

Further changes include the establishment of a supermajority vote requirement for adopting comprehensive plans that involve changes to future land use categories, as well as a new process for property owners to challenge local government decisions regarding comprehensive plan amendments. The bill also emphasizes transparency in the management of recreational amenities, mandating financial reports from private amenity owners and requiring disclosures for prospective buyers of properties subject to recreational covenants. Overall, the bill aims to enhance the predictability and efficiency of land use planning while ensuring that local governments maintain their authority and adhere to established guidelines.

Statutes affected:
S 1118 Filed: 163.3184, 720.302, 720.3086, 212.055, 336.125, 479.01, 558.002, 617.0725, 718.116, 720.3085
S 1118 c1: 171.044, 171.062, 177.071, 720.302, 720.3086