FL H1317

Amends Florida law to clarify that marketable record title cannot extinguish restrictions or covenants accepted by governmental entities or rights held in trust for the public.

Adds new exception categories to marketable record title that preserve restrictions or covenants adopted with comprehensive plans, building permits, zoning permits, subdivision approvals, or other official land development actions.

Protects any right, title, or interest held in trust for the public, including rights-of-way, easements, parks, environmental preserves, beach access, and public dedications, from being extinguished by marketable record title.

Clarifies that Chapter 712 does not affect any rights, title, or interests of the United States, Florida, or any political subdivisions, officers, boards, commissions, or agencies reserved in original patents or deeds.

Takes effect July 1, 2013.