This bill amends several sections of Florida's residential tenancy laws, specifically focusing on rental agreements and the payment of rent. It introduces new provisions that prohibit landlords from imposing any fees or surcharges during a specified 5-day period for rent payment, as well as from requiring additional fees for late payments. The bill also revises the time frame for tenants to pay overdue rent from 3 days to 5 days after receiving a written demand from the landlord.

Additionally, the bill makes conforming changes to existing statutes, ensuring that the new 5-day notice period is consistently referenced throughout the law. It clarifies that landlords cannot impose fees during this period and outlines the requirements for landlords when accepting partial rent payments. The effective date for these changes is set for July 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
S 716 Filed: 83.60