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Introduced
11/16/2023
11/16/2023
In Committee
11/28/2023
11/28/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/08/2024
03/08/2024
Introduced Session
2024 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An act relating to low-voltage alarm system projects; amending s. 553.793, F.S.; specifying that a nonelectric fence or wall must enclose the outside perimeter of a low-voltage electric fence; requiring that a low-voltage electric fence be a specified height above a perimeter nonelectric fence; permitting low-voltage electric fences to be installed in areas within more than one zoning category; prohibiting a municipality, county, district, or other entity of local government from adopting or maintaining certain ordinances or rules that provide additional requirements for low-voltage alarm system projects; providing an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill amends Florida Statute 553.793, which governs the installation of low-voltage alarm system projects. The key provisions are: 1) a nonelectric fence or wall must completely enclose the outside perimeter of a low-voltage electric fence, and the electric fence can be up to 2 feet higher than the perimeter fence; 2) low-voltage electric fences are now allowed in areas zoned for more than just single-family or multi-family residential use; and 3) local governments are prohibited from adopting or maintaining any ordinances or rules that provide additional requirements for low-voltage alarm system projects beyond what is specified in this statute. The bill takes effect on July 1, 2024.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Other Sponsors (1)
Community Affairs (Senate)
Last Action
Laid on Table, refer to CS/HB 535 (on 03/04/2024)
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