The bill amends Florida's rental agreement laws to enhance tenant protections by prohibiting landlords from imposing certain fees and surcharges during specified time periods. Specifically, it introduces new provisions that make any fees or surcharges during a 5-day period for paying rent void and unenforceable. Additionally, it prohibits landlords from requiring tenants to pay an additional fee for a specified duration if they miss a rent payment or are late. The bill also revises the time frame for nonpayment of rent from 3 days to 5 days, ensuring that landlords cannot impose fees during this extended period.

Furthermore, the bill updates the language in existing statutes to reflect these changes, including the adjustment of the notice period for nonpayment from 3 days to 5 days. It clarifies that landlords must provide a new 5-day notice if they accept partial rent after posting a notice for nonpayment. The bill aims to provide tenants with more time to address rent payments without incurring additional financial penalties, thereby promoting fairer rental practices. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
H 811 Filed: 83.60