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SB 658

Water Safety Requirements for the Rental of Residential and Vacation Properties

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Danny Burgess

SB 658 mandates water safety standards for Florida rental properties to protect tenant and guest health through testing and compliance requirements.

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Bill Summary · SB 658

Legislative bill overview

SB 658 establishes mandatory water safety requirements for owners and operators of residential rental and vacation properties in Florida. The bill, which has advanced through committee with unanimous support, creates standards and compliance procedures for water systems in rental properties to protect public health.

Why is this important

Water contamination in rental properties poses direct health risks to tenants and guests, particularly vulnerable populations. Clear safety standards can prevent disease outbreaks, reduce liability for property owners, and establish consistent enforcement mechanisms across the state's large vacation rental and residential leasing markets.

Potential points of contention

  • Compliance costs: Property owners, especially small-scale landlords, may face significant expenses for water testing, treatment systems, or remediation to meet new standards
  • Enforcement mechanism: Unclear which agency bears responsibility for inspections and enforcement, and whether resources are adequately allocated
  • Scope ambiguity: The distinction between which types of properties are covered and how requirements scale for different property sizes or tenant populations may create compliance confusion

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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