For many Florida RV park owners, 2030 may feel like a long way off. When the issue involves wastewater infrastructure, engineering, permitting and potentially significant capital investment, however, four years is not necessarily much time at all. Florida has established new requirements for certain properties that rely on onsite sewage treatment and disposal systems—better known […]
Passing legislation is only part of effective advocacy. The next step is making sure the protections won in Tallahassee actually work for park owners when they are implemented at the local level. That makes right now an important time for Florida RV park and campground owners to pay attention to their 2026 non-ad valorem special […]
As an RV park or campground owner, engaging with local legislators might not be at the top of your to-do list. However, building relationships with your local representatives can have a significant impact on your business’s success and sustainability. Here’s how you can effectively get in front of local legislatures and why it’s vital for […]
The document titled “Abandoned Unit” provides a detailed procedure for handling an abandoned RV unit within a park, outlining the legal steps required to either remove or claim ownership of the unit under Florida law. The process begins with sending a Chapter 83 demand notice to the owners and tenants, followed by filing an eviction […]
The document provides comprehensive guidelines for conducting bingo and instant bingo games by charitable, nonprofit, or veterans’ organizations. It defines bingo games, specifies the materials to be used, and establishes the eligibility criteria for organizations to operate such games. Key regulations include the requirement that proceeds from the games, after deducting necessary expenses, must be […]
The document titled “The Differences between a Service Animal and Emotional Support Animal” provides a comprehensive overview of the roles, rights, and regulations associated with service animals and emotional support animals, specifically addressing the context of RV Parks and Campgrounds. It explains that service animals, defined under the ADA, are dogs or miniature horses trained […]
The document “Sales Tax Exemption for RV Parks – FL DOR Form DR 72-2” provides guidelines on the sales tax exemption applicable to transient accommodations in trailer camps, mobile home parks, and recreational vehicle parks in Florida. According to Florida Statutes and the Department of Revenue, these accommodations are exempt from transient rental taxes if […]
The document “Q&A Service Animals FL and AL” provides detailed information on the requirements and regulations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) regarding the allowance of service animals in businesses, specifically targeting RV parks and campgrounds in Florida and Alabama. It clarifies that service animals, defined as dogs or miniature horses trained to perform […]
The document “Maintaining Transient Occupancy Status in an RV Park” discusses the regulations under Florida Statute Chapter 513 regarding transient and non-transient occupancy in RV parks. It clarifies that occupancy is determined by how long a guest stays in the recreational vehicle rather than how long the vehicle is on site. To maintain transient status, […]
The document “Liens F.S. 713.77-713.78” from the Florida Statutes outlines the legal framework for liens related to mobile homes, recreational vehicles (RVs), and towing and storage services in Florida. Section 713.77 details the lien rights of owners, operators, or keepers of mobile home or RV parks. It establishes that such liens have priority over others […]