This bill amends several sections of the Florida Statutes related to self-storage spaces, specifically focusing on the definitions, notice requirements, and rental agreements for self-storage units. The definition of "last known address" is revised to include the address provided by the tenant in the latest rental agreement or a subsequent written change-of-address notice. Additionally, the notice requirements for owners enforcing a lien on a tenant's property are updated to require notification to both the tenant and any designated alternate contact. The bill also specifies that advertisements for lien sales can be published on public websites that conduct personal property auctions, in addition to traditional newspapers.

Furthermore, the bill mandates that rental agreements entered into on or after October 1, 2026, must include a provision allowing tenants to designate an alternate contact for receiving notices required by the Self-storage Facility Act. It clarifies that a tenant's failure to designate an alternate contact does not affect their rights or remedies. For agreements made before this date, owners are permitted to notify tenants of their right to designate an alternate contact at their last known address. The act is set to take effect on October 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
H 135 Filed: 83.803