The "Transit-Oriented Development Act" (TOD Act) aims to improve transportation infrastructure and address housing shortages in Florida by establishing designated transit-oriented development (TOD) zones and rural livable urban village (LUV) areas. Local governing bodies are required to adopt ordinances by December 1, 2026, to create these zones, which will facilitate mixed-use zoning and certain commercial activities. The bill prohibits local governments from imposing restrictive building regulations, such as maximum building heights and floor area ratios, and ensures that once established, TOD zones cannot be reduced or eliminated.

Additionally, the bill introduces provisions that allow aggrieved parties, including real property owners and housing organizations, to seek judicial review if local regulations violate the act's stipulations. It establishes a summary procedure for these cases, requiring courts to prioritize them and review evidence de novo, while imposing a high burden of proof on local governments to justify their regulations. The bill also outlines various judicial remedies, including declaratory judgments and injunctions, and allows for the recovery of attorney fees for prevailing plaintiffs. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026, and aims to enhance housing access, reduce traffic congestion, and promote affordable homeownership through the development of land within TOD zones.