Land Use & Zoning
A Florida property owner files a 'Burt Harris Act' claim. The government agency has how many days to respond with an offer or notice of denial?
A30 days
B60 days
C180 days✓ Correct
D1 year
Explanation
Under the Bert Harris Private Property Rights Protection Act (Section 70.001 F.S.), after a property owner files a claim, the governmental entity has 180 days to make a written settlement offer, or the property owner may proceed with litigation.
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