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Boca Raton adopts zoning updates to implement state 'Live Local' housing law

Boca Raton City Council · January 6, 2026
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Summary

By a 4‑0 vote Jan. 6 the council adopted Ordinance 57‑62, amending zoning code to implement state changes to the Live Local Act: higher FAR allowances, parking reductions near transit, 30‑year affordability periods, and administrative approval processes.

The Boca Raton City Council adopted Ordinance 57‑62 (4‑0) on Jan. 6 to update local zoning to reflect recent amendments to Florida’s Live Local Act. Development Services Director Brandon Shadd summarized the changes staff recommends to align city code with state law.

Key changes: the ordinance…

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