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ADU Rules in Florida
Florida has no statewide ADU mandate — state law authorizes local governments to allow ADUs, and each of the 67 counties and 400+ municipalities decides for itself. A statewide mandate (SB 48) passed the Florida Senate 38-0 in 2026 but died in the House; it is expected to return. Until then, your answer depends entirely on your local jurisdiction.
LAW: Fla. Stat. § 163.31771 (authorizing) · PRIMARY SOURCE
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Statewide parcel screening runs on Florida's official public cadastral records (all 67 counties). Jurisdiction-level ADU rules are being added metro by metro, starting with Jacksonville.
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Florida ADU Questions
Are ADUs legal in Florida?
It depends on your city or county. Florida state law authorizes — but does not require — local governments to allow ADUs. Many cities allow them; some counties prohibit them in single-family districts. Enter your address to check your parcel.
Did Florida pass a statewide ADU law in 2026?
No. SB 48, which would have required every local government to allow ADUs by December 2026, passed the Senate 38-0 but died in the House on the last day of the 2026 session. Some websites report it as law — that is incorrect. The proposal is expected to return in 2027.
Can my HOA block an ADU in Florida?
Yes — Florida's ADU statute does not override HOA covenants or deed restrictions. Even where zoning allows an ADU, private restrictions can still apply.