Hidden Costs of Development Policies Worsen Florida’s Housing Crisis

Florida is experiencing a severe housing affordability crisis, with 75% of residents deeming housing and rent unaffordable. The median price for single-family homes reached $416,900, and 54% of Floridians report that housing costs significantly impact their daily lives. Contributing factors include land use regulations, which add $14,800 to $22,800 to new home costs, and rapid population growth outpacing supply. Reforms are needed, such as aligning impact fees with service costs, enhancing transparency, and adjusting fees based on unit size to improve housing availability and affordability.

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