Florida House Bill 615 proposes changes to Florida Statutes to permit electronic delivery of notices between landlords and tenants under certain conditions. The bill introduces section 83.505, which allows notices to be sent via email if both parties consent through a specific addendum to the rental agreement and provide valid email addresses. This addendum must clarify that participation is voluntary and that either party may revoke their consent or update their email address at any time. Each party has a designated section in the addendum to opt into email delivery, specify their email, and acknowledge their rights. Revocation or email updates require written notice and take effect upon delivery, without impacting notices already sent.
Under the bill, an email notice is considered delivered when sent unless it bounces back as undeliverable, and the sender must retain a copy of the notice and proof of transmission. The bill authorizes electronic delivery of specific notices, including those related to security deposits, the landlord’s address, extermination notices, and rental terminations. These provisions aim to modernize communication in rental agreements while preserving key legal safeguards for both parties. The legislation is designed to improve convenience and efficiency without compromising legal clarity. If enacted, the new law would take effect on July 1, 2025.
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