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FL H1153

Bill

Status

Passed

6/28/2017

Primary Sponsor

Jared Moskowitz

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Origin

House of Representatives

2017 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Allows permitted signs on interstate highways within Broward County to be measured from the top of visual obstructions (ramps, braided bridges, or other permanent structures) if a previously permitted sign becomes obstructed by new interstate construction.

  • Establishes a maximum sign height limit of 100 feet above the crown of the main traveled way of the road, regardless of obstruction height.

  • Cites legislative findings that Broward County's recent 5-year interstate system expansion occurred in fully developed areas where sign relocation is difficult and new construction can hinder public view of existing permitted signs.

  • Authorizes the Florida Department of Transportation to promulgate rules and forms necessary to implement the alternate sign height measurement method.

  • Effective upon becoming law.

Legislative Description

Broward County

Last Action

Chapter No. 2017-211

6/28/2017

Committee Referrals

Rules4/28/2017
Government Accountability Committee3/28/2017
Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee3/21/2017
Local, Federal and Veterans Affairs Subcommittee3/6/2017

Full Bill Text

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