FL H1343

Amends the definition of "blighted area" in Florida Statutes section 163.340 to include land previously used as a military facility that is undeveloped and was declared surplus by the Federal Government within the preceding 20 years.

Allows areas meeting one of the established blighted area factors (previously required two or more factors) to qualify as blighted if all taxing authorities subject to section 163.387(2)(a) agree by interlocal agreement or resolution.

Expands eligibility for community redevelopment programs and tax credits under chapter 220 to include former military facilities meeting the specified criteria.

Effective date: July 1, 2011.