Zoning Impact Fee Development Charge: in Florida

Definition: A one-time fee imposed by a local government on new development to fund the capital improvements necessitated by the development, such as roads, schools, parks, water and sewer systems, and fire stations.

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FL Impact Fee Development Charge

FL impact fees: $5K-$30K+ residential/unit, $-15/SF commercial. Varies by county (high: Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach; low: rural). Paid at permit issuance. Exemptions: affordable housing (waived/reduced), government (exempt), credits (build infrastructure), and deferrals (to CO). Live Local Act incentives. Recent (2021 amendment): limited increases to 12.5%/year (25% extraordinary), rational nexus required, and most recent data.

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Florida Law Reference

Fla. Stat. Ch. 163, Part II (Community Planning Act)

Requires local governments to adopt comprehensive plans and land development regulations governing zoning, density, and permitted land uses.

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