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A Guide to the Latest ADU Zoning Laws in Florida

This presentation provides a comprehensive overview of Florida's latest 2025 ADU zoning laws, including key legislative changes, permitting steps, tax benefits, and local implementation. Ideal for homeowners, builders, and urban planners navigating ADU regulations.<br>

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A Guide to the Latest ADU Zoning Laws in Florida

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  1. A GUIDE TO THE LATEST ADU ZONING LAWS IN FLORIDA UPDATED JULY - 2025

  2. Why It Matters Addresses Florida’s housing shortage & affordability crisis Enables “granny flats,” in‑law suites, tiny homes, etc. Empowers homeowners to build rental units or multigenerational housing

  3. Key State Legislation (2025) Requires all single-family zones to allow ADUs Prohibits excessive parking, lot size or conditional- use permit rules that effectively block ADUs ADUs must be leased for a minimum of 30 days no short term rentals

  4. Local Reporting & Oversight Starting Oct 1, 2025, cities must report ADU permits filed, approved, denied (and reasons) Total ADUs vs. single-family homes in zones allowing ADUs. State-level oversight via Department of Housing rules

  5. Property Tax & Home Protection ADUs won’t disqualify the property from homestead exemption, even if rented New tax exemptions may apply for ADUs rented at below-market (affordable) rate

  6. Typical Local Standards Maximum size: generally ≤ 50% of main house OR 750 1,200 sq ft Setbacks: side/rear per local code (~10–50 ft) Parking: one additional off‑street space permitted; state prohibits excessive parking rules

  7. Utility & Building Requirements Separate entrance, kitchen, bathroom, sleeping area required Independent or shared utilities allowed Must meet Florida Building Code and local inspection standards

  8. Rental & Occupancy Rules Minimum lease term ≥ 30 days (to discourage short-term rentals) Occupancy per bedroom regulated (e.g., Miami‑Dade: max 2 persons/bedroom + kids under 3) Owner-occupancy of main house is common/local requirement

  9. Financial Incentives & Benefits Property tax relief for affordable rentals ADUs may increase asset value and generate rental income Density bonuses in exchange for land donation for military-family housing

  10. Homeowner Checklist Verify your zoning allows single-family ADUs Review local ADU rules (size, setbacks, parking) Submit permit with building plans & utility details Apply for Certificate of Use (where required) Ensure lease ≥ 30 days & landlord meets reporting obligations Explore tax breaks or grants (SHIP, density bonuses, etc.)

  11. Challenges & Considerations Neighborhood resistance around density concerns Infrastructure demands (utilities, parking, sewage) HOA limitations may still apply—even if local code permits ADUs Infrastructure demands (utilities, parking, sewage)

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