Florida Housing Law

Questions concerning landlord/tenant rights are one of the top five areas of inquiry to consumer affairs departments. Most people living in leased apartments and other rental housing know there are laws dealing with landlord/tenant relationships and can access information from many consumer advisory sites.

Fulfilling your duties as a landlord promptly and efficiently is your top priority. From the moment your new tenant signs the lease, you have a responsibility to him or her. Your obligations include making repairs and maintaining the property, being aware of health-related environmental issues in the property and effectively communicating with your tenants about any issues that could affect their tenancies.

Related Statutes and Administrative Codes

• Chapter 83 Part II - Landlord Tenant Act
• Chapter 760 Part II - Florida Fair Housing Act
• Federal Fair Housing Act

Various Housing Studies

• 2004 Rental Market Study
• The State of Florida's Housing 2004 (A comprehensive study on Florida Housing)
• State of the Nations Housing
• Americas Rental Housing