Land Use & Zoning
A Florida municipality passes a rent control ordinance. Under Florida law (Section 166.045 F.S.), this is:
APermitted as a valid exercise of local home rule
BProhibited — Florida state law preempts local rent control ordinances✓ Correct
CAllowed if approved by voters in a referendum
DAllowed only for properties with more than 10 units
Explanation
Florida Statute 166.045 prohibits municipalities and counties from enacting rent control ordinances. Rent control is a matter of state preemption in Florida — local governments cannot impose it except in a state of housing emergency declared by the Governor.
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