Bill > S0840

This bill modifies land use regulations for local governments affected by natural disasters, specifically hurricanes, by revising the definition of an "impacted local government" and placing restrictions on how these governments can regulate reconstruction and development after a hurricane. The bill reduces the radius from 100 to 50 miles from a hurricane's track for qualifying counties and limits local governments' ability to impose moratoriums or enforce new regulations that could hinder or delay the repair and reconstruction of hurricane-damaged properties. Specifically, impacted local governments cannot enforce moratoriums that prevent property repairs, require reconstructed improvements to meet post-hurricane regulations, or change review procedures that would extend approval timelines. The bill allows exceptions for changes related to stormwater management, federal compliance, or flood insurance standards, and permits local governments to request documentation from property owners proving hurricane damage. The legislation also extends previous provisions related to hurricane-affected counties, maintaining protections for property owners seeking to rebuild, and sets an expiration date of June 30, 2026, for these special regulatory limitations. The bill aims to streamline and expedite recovery efforts in areas impacted by hurricanes by reducing bureaucratic obstacles to reconstruction.

Government Affairs, Justice

https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2026/840