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What This Bill Does
Orange County's Division of Building Safety provides information on permitting services and an update regarding the status of the 'Vision 2050' and 'Orange Code' plans. While these plans were adopted in June 2025, the Florida Department of Commerce has declared them due to conflicts with new state legislation.
Residents and developers must continue to follow the existing and Zoning Code for all land use and development projects until further notice, as the new Vision 2050 plan is currently legally void.
Who It Affects
Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.
Property Developers
Must continue to adhere to the older zoning and comprehensive plan requirements rather than the newly proposed Vision 2050 standards.
Orange County Residents
Land use and development projects in their neighborhoods will be governed by existing codes rather than the recently adopted Vision 2050 plan.
Key Facts
- The Florida Department of Commerce declared Orange County's 'Vision 2050' and 'Orange Code' null and void as of July 28.
- The nullification is based on a conflict with Chapter 2025-190, Section 28, Florida Statutes (Senate Bill 180).
- The existing Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Code remain in effect for all land use and development matters.
- County staff are currently seeking guidance from the Florida Department of Commerce to resolve the conflict.
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- The Division of Building Safety is open for informational meetings by appointment only.
- The Division of Building Safety enforces the Florida Building Code, National Electrical Code, and Orange County Construction Regulations.
- The Division of Building Safety holds accreditation from the International Accreditation Service (IAS).
Frequently Asked Questions
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State-Local Planning Conflict
The state government has intervened to invalidate a recently adopted local comprehensive plan based on new state legislation (SB 180).
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