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FL H0287
Building and Plumbing Permits for the Use of Onsite Sewage Treatment and Disposal Systems
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Introduced
01/28/2025
01/28/2025
In Committee
02/06/2025
02/06/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An act relating to building and plumbing permits for the use of onsite sewage treatment and disposal systems; amending s. 381.0065, F.S.; revising conditions under which municipalities and political subdivisions are prohibited from issuing certain building and plumbing permits for the use of onsite sewage treatment and disposal systems; providing an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill amends Florida Statutes regarding building and plumbing permits for onsite sewage treatment and disposal systems (septic systems). The key change modifies the language related to how municipalities and political subdivisions issue building and plumbing permits, specifically replacing the requirement that a builder must have "received" a construction permit with language that they must have "applied for" a construction permit from the state department. This subtle modification potentially makes it easier for property owners and builders to obtain permits by removing the strict requirement of having already received the permit before applying for a municipal building permit. The bill maintains existing regulations around septic system installation, including requirements for permit types, system inspections, and environmental protections. The changes will take effect on July 1, 2025, and aim to provide more flexibility in the permitting process for onsite sewage treatment systems while still maintaining public health and environmental standards.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources, Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration (on 05/03/2025)
Official Document
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Document Type | Source Location |
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State Bill Page | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2025/287 |
Analysis - Natural Resources & Disasters Subcommittee (Post-Meeting) | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2025/287/Analyses/h0287a.NRD.PDF |
Analysis - Natural Resources & Disasters Subcommittee (Post-Meeting) | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2025/287/Analyses/h0287.NRD.PDF |
BillText | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2025/287/BillText/Filed/PDF |
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