Business impact estimates are provided in accordance with section 166.041(4), Florida Statutes.

On Oct. 1, 2023, CS/SB 170 went into effect. The bill pertains to the passage and challenging of local ordinances. It adds to the process for local governments passing ordinances and gives certain additional rights to those challenging local ordinances. The bill requires counties and cities to produce a “business impact estimate” before passing an ordinance, with exceptions. The estimate must be published on the local government’s website and include certain information such as the proposed ordinance’s purpose, estimated economic impact on businesses, and compliance costs.

Effective October 1, 2024, updated laws went into effect following the 2024 State Legislative Session. Senate Bill 1628 was signed by Florida's Governor on May 6, 2024. The bill reduces the exceptions on these matters prior to the local governing body passing an ordinance, etc.

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