The bill amends Florida statutes concerning community development districts, focusing on the enforcement of deed restrictions and the recall process for board members. It clarifies that regulations regarding synthetic turf do not apply to these districts and revises the definition of a "compact, urban, mixed-use district" to include specific criteria related to location and development entitlements. A key feature of the bill is the establishment of a formal recall process for elected board members, detailing grounds for recall such as malfeasance and neglect of duty, and outlining the requirements for a recall petition, including the formation of a recall committee and the collection of signatures from at least 10% of registered electors.

The bill further specifies that a recall referendum petition must be signed by at least 15% of the electors in the district, with each petition requiring original signatures and voter registration details. It mandates that signed petitions be filed within 60 days of the recall committee receiving the Record of Recall Proceedings, and the clerk is tasked with verifying signatures and notifying relevant parties. If a majority of voters approve the recall, the board member is removed from office, and the vacancy must be filled according to existing laws. Additionally, individuals who have been recalled or resigned after a petition has been filed are barred from board appointments for two years. The bill aims to enhance accountability and integrity in the recall process, with violations classified as misdemeanors, and is set to take effect on July 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
S 1180 c1: 125.572, 190.003
S 1180 c2: 125.572, 190.003
S 1180 er: 125.572, 190.003