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Featuring writers from Bilzin Sumberg and guest commentators from Miami’s business community, New Miami provides insights and commentary on the gateway city’s expanding global significance. Focused on a variety of topics across practices and industries, the blog is a resource for business and legal professionals, investors, and media professionals interested in what is fueling Miami’s transformation.
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HB 7031 – Florida Eliminates State Sales Tax on Commercial Rent
HB 7031 was adopted by the Florida legislature and signed into law by Governor DeSantis on June 30, 2025. Among other modifications to Florida tax law, the Bill repeals Section 212.031, Florida Statutes, which provided for the payment of 2% Florida sales tax on rental payments and license fees for commercial real property, such as office, warehouse, storage, and retail space.
Navigating HB 913: Key Updates for Post-Surfside Legislation, Nonresidential Condos, and Mixed-Use Buildings
HB 913 brings another round of significant changes to the Condominium Act, with new regulations also affecting property managers, milestone inspections, and cooperative associations. Read our breakdown of the key updates taking effect July 1, 2025, and how they will impact stakeholders throughout Florida.
2025 Live Local Act - Update to Rent Limits
The Florida Housing Finance Corporation (“FHFC”) recently published the 2025 Income Limits and Rent Limits. These figures reflect more than a 9% increase in most jurisdictions’ rent limits applicable to qualifying Live Local Act projects.
Proposed Bill Would Impact Economic Development Efforts within CRAs
The Community Redevelopment Act of 1969 authorizes counties and municipalities to create CRAs as a means for redeveloping slums and blighted areas in the community. The Florida Legislature is currently considering a proposed bill (HB 991/SB 1242), which would dramatically limit the impact and operation of CRAs. Local officials and developers with projects in CRAs should monitor the bill closely.
New Rules Regarding the Purchase of Florida Real Property by Certain Persons or Entities from China
On February 6, 2025, new rules go into effect for implementing Section 692.204, Florida Statutes—the law restricting the purchase of real property by certain persons or entities from China. The rules touch upon various aspects of potential acquisition of real property in Florida by such entities, and clarify important definitions for effectively implementing the law. It is imperative that all real estate companies operating in Florida become familiar with these new rules.
City of Miami Approves New Administrative Site Plan Review (ASPR) Process and Extends Life of Special Permits
The City of Miami has introduced a new Administrative Site Plan Review (ASPR) procedure to address projects that meet zoning requirements without requiring special permits.
EPA Bans Use of Two Chemicals Used in Automobile, Drycleaning, and Manufacturing Industries
On December 9, 2024, the EPA finalized rules under the 2016 Toxic Substances Control Act (“TSCA”) amendments to ban most uses of trichloroethylene (TCE) and perchloroethylene (PCE) within one to three years, with limited exceptions for national security, critical infrastructure, and climate-related needs. These new regulations will significantly impact a number of industries and commercial activities. Companies should begin preparing now for the phase-out of TCE and the stringent controls on PCE to ensure compliance. Learn more about these requirements.