This bill introduces a new section, 83.505, to the Florida Statutes, which allows landlords and tenants to electronically deliver notices to each other via email, provided they have signed an addendum to their rental agreement that specifies this method of communication. The addendum must include a valid email address for both parties and can be revoked at any time without affecting the validity of previously sent notices. Additionally, the bill stipulates that notices sent via email are considered delivered at the time they are sent, unless the email is returned as undeliverable. The sender is required to maintain a copy of the notice and evidence of transmission.

The bill also amends several existing sections of the Florida Statutes to align with the new electronic notice provisions. For instance, it updates the language in sections 83.49, 83.50, 83.51, 83.56, and 83.575 to include the option for notices to be delivered by email in accordance with the new section. Notable changes include the requirement for landlords to provide written notice of their intention to impose claims on security deposits via email, and the specification that tenants must receive written notice of their obligations under the rental agreement through the same electronic means. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
S 1164 Filed: 83.50, 83.56
S 1164 c1: 83.50, 83.51, 83.56