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City staff warns that SB 180 may limit local development regulations in post‑hurricane zones

5383639 · July 14, 2025
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Staff warned council that Senate Bill 180 may restrict cities within 100 miles of a hurricane from adopting regulations that make development harder to carry out, potentially affecting local impact fees, density or height limits; the city is monitoring litigation and guidance from the League of Cities.

City staff briefed the council on the potential impacts of Florida Senate Bill 180, saying the law could prevent municipalities within specified hurricane‑affected areas from adopting regulations or changes that make development ‘‘harder’’ after a hurricane event. Staff described the issue as unsettled and cited…

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