FL S0232

Requires the Department of Economic Opportunity to create a dedicated web page collecting and publishing data relevant to new business creation and expansion of existing businesses in Florida cities and counties

Mandates the department collect by January 1, 2016, information including millage rates, local sales surtaxes, food and beverage taxes, fuel taxes, public service taxes, and business tax schedules for all local jurisdictions

Requires compilation of local government fees affecting business establishment, including construction licensing fees, impact fees, water/sewer connection fees, stormwater permits, sign permits, and building permit fees, along with average processing times for each

Obligates local governments to notify the department of any changes to taxes, fees, or other collected information as soon as practicable

Allows local governments to submit an optional 1,500-word summary highlighting business advantages in their area, including quality of life considerations, for inclusion on the department's web page