FL H7043

Grandfathered private residential multifamily docks approved by January 1, 1998 may moor more boats than the number of units in the development, as previously authorized under former administrative code.

Creates new prohibited anchoring and mooring zones within 150 feet of marinas/boat ramps, 300 feet of superyacht repair facilities, and 100 feet from public mooring field boundaries; violations are noncriminal infractions with penalties up to $50 for first offense, $100 for second, and $250 for third or subsequent offense.

Establishes that a vessel is at-risk of becoming derelict if it lacks effective propulsion for 72 hours after written or electronic notice from an officer and owner cannot provide repair documentation.

Authorizes local governments to enact regulations requiring sewage disposal proof for vessels moored over 10 consecutive days in certain areas and to remove abandoned vessels from public docks with 24-hour notice.

Prohibits department issuance of vessel titles for derelict vessels unless law enforcement verifies the vessel is no longer derelict; commercial fishing vessels must be classified and registered as commercial vessels.