The bill amends section 553.791 of the Florida Statutes, which pertains to alternative plans review and building inspection. It specifically removes the provision that allowed local governments to charge an administrative fee when an owner or contractor hires a private provider for plans review or building inspection services. Instead, the bill mandates that if a private provider is retained, the local jurisdiction must reduce the permit fee by the amount of cost savings realized from not having to perform those services.

The effective date for this change is set for July 1, 2026. This legislative change aims to alleviate financial burdens on property owners and contractors by ensuring that local governments cannot impose additional fees when private providers are utilized for inspection services.

Statutes affected:
S 750 Filed: 553.791