Is Florida s. 163.3205 in force?

Yes. In force from Jul 1, 2026.

Which products does Florida s. 163.3205 affect?

Florida s. 163.3205 affects Commercial and utility energy storage systems, Solar PV, and Inverters and power control.

When does Florida s. 163.3205 take effect?

The effective date on file is July 1, 2026.

s. 163.3205

PartialRead in the state’s own source. It stays partial until the passage is on file word for word.

What does Florida s. 163.3205 do? Requires local plans to treat solar facilities, defined to include inverters and battery systems, as a permitted use in agricultural areas. Requires permit applicants to include erosion and sediment controls, 100-year storm design, and certified inspections when building solar facilities.

Facts

Kind: Statute
Status: In force
Stage: In force
Effective: July 1, 2026
Topics: Fire protection and siting, Permitting
Products: Commercial and utility energy storage systems Solar PV Inverters and power control
Source: Florida Legislature, Online Sunshine (opens in a new tab)
Citation: s. 163.3205, F.S. (as amended by s. 2, ch. 2026-2)

The state’s codes

The codes that reach each product this law names, with the edition Florida is on. Each links to the record.

For information only. Your local building or fire official decides which code applies. We check state records often but can miss a recent change, so confirm with your official before you design, permit, or install. Terms of use