This bill amends section 1002.42 of the Florida Statutes to establish new regulations for private schools enrolling 150 or fewer students. It designates these schools as a permitted use in all zoning districts, excluding residential areas, without the need for rezoning or special exceptions. Additionally, it stipulates that such schools may operate in facilities that comply with specific occupancy requirements defined by the Florida Building Code and are exempt from additional state or local health, safety, or welfare laws beyond those applicable to their occupancy classification.

Furthermore, the bill mandates that local fire officials utilize specified firesafety evaluation systems for existing private school facilities and outlines fire code requirements for these schools. It requires the installation of automatic sprinkler systems in certain educational occupancies, detailing specific conditions under which these systems are necessary. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026.