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Pinellas Park Opts Out of 'Live Local Act' Property Tax Exemption

Original title: RESOLUTION NO. 24-33. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PINELLAS PARK, PINELLAS COUNTY, FLORIDA, PURSUANT TO SECTION 196.1978(3)(O), FLORIDA STATUTES, ELECTING TO NOT EXEMPT PROPERTY UNDER SECTION 196.1978(3)(D)1.A., FLORIDA STATUTES, COMMONLY KNOWN AS THE "LIVE LOCAL ACT PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION”; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE PUBLIC HEARING, FIRST AND FINAL READING (Speaker - Derek Reeves, Long Range Planning Manager)

December 12, 2024

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The Frame

What this does

This decision ensures that specific affordable housing projects in Pinellas Park will continue to pay city property taxes rather than receiving the tax exemption offered by the state's .

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Property owners of affordable housing developments

These owners will remain liable for city property taxes that they might have otherwise been exempt from under the Live Local Act.

Pinellas Park taxpayers

The city will continue to collect property tax revenue from properties that would have been exempt under the state program.

What changed

Last recorded activity December 12, 2024.

What's next

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Summary

The Pinellas Park City Council has passed a to decline a for certain affordable housing developments under the state's '.' This decision means that qualifying properties will remain subject to standard city property taxes.

Why It Matters

This decision ensures that specific affordable housing projects in Pinellas Park will continue to pay city property taxes rather than receiving the tax exemption offered by the state's .

Key Facts

  • The City Council passed Resolution No. 24-33.
  • The city is formally electing to not grant the property tax exemption described in Section 196.1978(3)(D)1.A. of the Florida Statutes.
  • The exemption being declined is commonly known as the 'Live Local Act Property Tax Exemption.'
  • The resolution was passed during a public hearing on December 3, 2024.
  • The action was presented by Long Range Planning Manager Derek Reeves.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Live Local Act?
It is a Florida state law that, among other things, provides s for certain affordable housing developments.
Does this resolution mean affordable housing will not be built in Pinellas Park?
No, the only addresses whether specific affordable housing properties are exempt from city property taxes; it does not prohibit the construction of affordable housing.
What does 'electing to not exempt' mean?
It means the city has chosen to continue collecting property taxes on properties that would have otherwise qualified for a tax break under the state's .

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Local Opt-Out Trend

The city is utilizing a specific 'opt-out' provision provided by the state legislature to maintain local control over property tax exemptions.

City of Pinellas ParkLive Local Act

Connected Entities

otherSection 196.1978(3)(O), Florida Statutes“The legal authority allowing municipalities to opt out of the tax exemption.”Map →
locationCity of Pinellas Park“The local government jurisdiction passing the resolution.”Map →
otherLive Local Act“State legislation providing property tax exemptions for affordable housing.”Map →
personDerek Reeves“Long Range Planning Manager who presented the item.”Map →

Sources

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webapi.legistar.com

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