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Hillsborough commissioners direct county attorney to challenge Live Local Act in court

Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners · January 2, 2026
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Summary

Citing concerns about erosion of local land‑use control, the board unanimously authorized the county attorney to file litigation challenging the constitutionality or application of the Live Local Act and to join or coordinate with other jurisdictions as appropriate.

The Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners voted Dec. 17 to direct the county attorney to challenge the Live Local Act in court, authorizing the legal office to pursue a cognizable challenge and to coordinate with other jurisdictions that may wish to join.

Commissioner Wachtel…

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