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FL S0546

Bill

Status

Failed

3/11/2016

Primary Sponsor

Appropriations

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Origin

Senate

2016 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Extends the timeframe for obtaining a certified appraisal for surplus land sales from 120 days to 360 days before the effective date of a contract for sale

  • Modifies publication requirements for notice of intention to sell surplus lands, requiring first publication at least 30 days but not more than 360 days before any sale (previously 30-45 days)

  • Adds exemption for land acquired with Florida Forever funds that allows disposal of portions deemed surplus at the time of acquisition without first offering to the Board of Trustees

  • Creates streamlined sale process for parcels valued at $25,000 or less: requires only one newspaper publication, certified mail notice to adjacent property owners, and website posting

  • Allows low-value parcels ($25,000 or less) to be sold directly to adjacent property owners after 14 days, or through sealed bids to any buyer after 30 days from notice publication

Legislative Description

Sale or Exchange of Lands

Last Action

Died in Messages, companion bill(s) passed, see CS/CS/HB 1075 (Ch. 2016-233)

3/11/2016

Committee Referrals

Appropriations1/25/2016
Appropriations Subcommittee on General Government11/20/2015
Environmental Preservation and Conservation10/23/2015

Full Bill Text

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