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Commission adopts economic development ad valorem tax abatement program after public asks for accountability
Summary
After a public hearing and comments urging stronger oversight and a 10‑year limit, the board voted unanimously to continue an economic development ad valorem tax abatement program authorized by a Nov. 5 referendum; staff said the ordinance allows case‑by‑case review and limits typical abatements to 10 years while permitting up to 20 years for data centers.
The Brevard County Board of County Commissioners voted Dec. 17 to adopt a draft ordinance enabling the county to continue granting economic development ad valorem tax abatements, a program voters authorized in a Nov. 5, 2024 referendum.
Karen (staff) told the board the county’s program had technically sunset and staff proposed an ordinance to restore the board’s…
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