Bill > S0954

This bill requires each county and municipality in Florida to adopt an ordinance by January 1, 2026, establishing procedures for reviewing and approving certified recovery residences, which are housing facilities for individuals recovering from substance use disorders. The ordinance must include a process for requesting reasonable accommodations from local land use regulations that might otherwise prohibit such residences, ensuring compliance with federal fair housing and disability laws. The bill mandates specific requirements for the ordinance, such as creating a written application process, setting timelines for government response, and requiring detailed information from applicants. Local governments must date-stamp applications, provide written determinations within 60 days, and can only deny requests with specific, evidence-based reasons. The ordinance cannot require additional public hearings beyond legal minimums and may include provisions for revoking accommodations if certain conditions are not met. Additionally, the bill modifies regulations for recovery residence administrators, allowing them to manage more residents (up to 150 or 300) under specific staffing and supervision conditions, with the personnel-to-resident ratio only being calculated when residents are actually present at the residence. The legislation aims to facilitate the establishment of recovery residences while maintaining appropriate oversight and support.

Budget and Finance

Appropriations Committee on Health and Human Services (Senate), Community Affairs (Senate), Rules (Senate)

https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2025/954