Bill > H0393

This bill modifies the My Safe Florida Condominium Pilot Program by narrowing its eligibility and setting more specific requirements for condominium associations seeking hurricane mitigation grants. The program will now only be available to multi-story condominium structures with at least two single-family dwellings, and associations must first comply with existing building inspection requirements before applying for grants. To receive funding, associations must obtain approval from both their board and at least 75 percent of unit owners (reduced from a previous unanimous vote requirement). Grant funds can now only be used for water intrusion mitigation devices or improvements that will result in an insurance rate credit or discount. The bill requires that improvements be specifically identified in a final hurricane mitigation inspection report and mandates that if necessary to qualify for insurance benefits, all building openings (including doors, windows, garage doors, and skylights) must be upgraded. The matching grant formula remains at $1 from the association for every $2 from the state, with a maximum total grant award of $175,000 per association. The changes aim to make the pilot program more targeted, ensuring that state funds are used effectively to improve condominium building resilience against hurricane damage.

Budget and Finance, Business and Industry, Housing and Urban Affairs

House Budget Committee (House), Housing, Agriculture & Tourism Subcommittee (House)

https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2025/393