This bill amends Florida Statutes to facilitate the approval and construction of accessory dwelling units (ADUs) in areas zoned for single-family residential use. It defines "primary dwelling unit" and mandates that local governments adopt ordinances by December 1, 2026, to allow ADUs without requiring public hearings or discretionary actions. The bill prohibits certain restrictions in these ordinances, such as prohibiting rentals for less than one month and requiring property owners to reside in the primary dwelling. Additionally, it removes the requirement for an affidavit in building permit applications for ADUs and ensures that properties with ADUs are not denied homestead exemptions solely based on the presence of the rental unit.

Furthermore, the bill authorizes local governments to offer density bonus incentives to landowners who donate property for affordable housing, specifically for military families. It also tasks the Office of Program Policy Analysis and Government Accountability (OPPAGA) with evaluating the use of mezzanine finance and the potential of tiny homes for affordable housing solutions, with a report due by December 31, 2027. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
S 48 Filed: 420.615
S 48 c1: 420.615
S 48 c2: 420.615