Bill > H0833

This bill amends existing Florida law to allow private schools with 150 or fewer students to be considered a permitted use in commercial or mixed-use zoning districts without needing special zoning changes or exceptions, though counties and municipalities can still require reasonable measures to address traffic and pedestrian safety impacts directly related to the school's operation, and these measures must be comparable to those required of other businesses in the same zoning district; alternatively, such schools can provide a traffic study to demonstrate they won't have a disproportionate impact compared to other allowable uses, and if local authorities fail to comply with these provisions, the school has a right to seek legal action for an injunction. Furthermore, private schools with 150 or fewer students can operate in existing assembly, day care, mercantile, or business occupancy facilities if they meet specific fire safety standards outlined in the Florida Fire Prevention Code, with compliance being demonstrated through a fire safety evaluation by a licensed professional, and the State Fire Marshal is authorized to adopt rules for this purpose.

Education

Education & Employment Committee (House), Education Administration Subcommittee (House)

https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2026/833