Land Use & Zoning

The City of Oviedo has enacted significant revisions to its Land Development Code (LDC), introducing new regulations and standards that will impact future development within the city.

On Tuesday, voters approved several Charter amendments on the ballot in Orange and Seminole Counties that will significantly affect development in these areas.

On October 29, 2024, the Orange County Board approved an ordinance temporarily suspending comprehensive plan amendments, rezonings, and special exceptions. However, small-scale submissions will be accepted from October 29 to December 11, 2024.

On September 19, 2024, the St. Cloud City Council voted to raise mobility impact fees, following a similar decision by Osceola County on September 9.

On September 9, the Osceola Board of County Commissioners voted to approve an increase to County mobility impact fees, which will substantially increase the cost of development in the County.

The Live Local Act, originally passed on March 29, 2023, seeks to address Florida's affordable housing issues but has faced challenges. Recently, the Florida Attorney General issued an informal opinion that clarified which zoning districts qualify under the Act.

After the Florida Legislature blocked the Orange County Charter Review Committee’s proposed Charter amendments, the Orange County Board of County Commissioners (BCC) has taken on the initiative by proposing new ordinances.

After the Florida Legislature blocked the Charter amendments, the Orange County Board of County Commissioners proposed new rules to create a Rural Boundary and require County approval for property annexations within it.

The Osceola Board of County Commissioners is considering a 90-day moratorium on residential development applications for non-residential zoned land.

Osceola County and St. Cloud have proposed increases to their impact fees but have delayed voting on the new schedules until August after hosting required public workshops.

Governor DeSantis signed HB 799 into law on June 27, 2024, impacting all developments subject to covenants or restrictions, whether residential or commercial.

Osceola County, City of St. Cloud, and City of Mt. Dora are all set to vote on proposed increases to impact fees that, if approved, will substantially increase the cost of development in these jurisdictions.

As one of the fastest growing regions in the United States, Orange County has been working to amend their state-required Comprehensive Plan called, “Vision 2050.”

Orange County is proposing a six-month suspension on processing projects needing Comprehensive Plan amendments, rezonings, and special exceptions.

On April 12, Florida's request to delay the invalidation of its partial assumption of the Clean Water Act's Section 404 program from the Army Corps of Engineers was denied.

The Department of Housing and Urban Development released the 2024 Area Median Income and Rent Limits, affecting affordable housing developers like those in Orange County.

The U.S. District Court invalidated Florida's Clean Water Act Section 404 assumption, shifting all permitting back to the Army Corps, causing delays and higher costs.

A subcommittee of the Orange County Charter Review suggests changes on rural boundaries and decision-making. Concerns are raised about economic effects and housing availability.

The Florida Legislature amends Live Local Act with SB 328, adding provisions for developments near airports, floor area ratio, height restrictions, parking, bonuses, variances, and exclusions.

The 2024 Florida Legislature is currently considering revisions to The Live Local Act via Senate Bill No. 328 and Florida House Bill No. 1239.

Positive changes for developers and property owners as a corrective statute, effective October 1, 2023, addresses a court decision impacting local government policy on public hearing notices.

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The latest updates and insights on Florida's Live Local Act. 

Florida's Senate Bill 250, effective July 1, 2023, extends emergency order tolling periods for development permits, authorizations, retroactive from Sept. 28, 2022.

Supreme Court narrows "Waters of the United States" definition, limiting federal control over wetlands under the Clean Water Act.

Florida Supreme Court's refusal upholds Fifth District Court of Appeals' decision, preventing Orange County's rent control ordinance from taking effect.

The Live Local Act, effective July 1, 2023, mandates affordable housing in zones, removes rent control, funds, and fast-tracks permits.

Florida's HB 1171 proposes limits on Lake County's rural areas, setting maximum development densities and requiring joint planning agreements for modifications.

Despite residents' approval, court order prevents certifying votes for Orange County's rent control. Implementation halted pending litigation trial in 2023.

On October 27, 2022, the Fifth District Court of Appeals decided 2-1 that the proposed rent control ordinance should be enjoined from placement on the November ballot.