The bill amends various sections of Florida Statutes related to land use and development regulations, specifically focusing on application fees, comprehensive plan amendments, and compatibility assessments for residential uses. It mandates that application fees for development permits must reasonably relate to the actual costs of processing the applications and be published on the respective county or municipality's fee schedule. Additionally, these fees cannot be based on construction costs or project valuations. The bill also stipulates that amendments to the future land use element of a comprehensive plan require a majority vote from the governing body, and it introduces new requirements for local governments to assess compatibility factors for residential zoning.

Furthermore, the bill outlines specific criteria for local governments when denying applications based on compatibility grounds, including the necessity for detailed written findings if an application is denied. It requires local governments to incorporate objective design standards to mitigate potential incompatibility and allows for conditions to be placed on approvals to address compatibility concerns. Lastly, the Office of Program Policy Analysis and Government Accountability is tasked with conducting a study on the implications of removing the Urban Development Boundary in Miami-Dade County and other areas, with findings due by October 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
H 399 Filed: 163.3164
H 399 c1: 163.3184