Chapter 163, Florida Statutes

Chapter 163 of the Florida Statutes outlines laws related to local government comprehensive planning and land development regulation. It requires counties and municipalities to develop and follow comprehensive plans to guide growth, infrastructure, and land use. The chapter establishes procedures for plan adoption, amendments, and compatibility, ensures public participation, and sets standards for development regulations. Its goal is to promote orderly growth, protect public interests, and coordinate land use decisions across jurisdictions. Essentially, it provides a legal framework for managing how communities grow and develop sustainably.