Broward County PACE Program Ordinance Update
January 28, 2025
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The Frame
This ordinance modifies the rules governing the program, which allows property owners to finance energy-efficiency and renewable energy improvements through assessments on their property tax bills, with the new provisions taking effect on March 31, 2025.
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Property owners in Broward County
Property owners participating in or considering the PACE program are subject to the updated rules and regulations defined in the amended ordinance.
Broward County Attorney's Office
The office was relieved of the standard requirement to draft the ordinance prior to board action via a waiver.
Last recorded activity January 28, 2025.
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Summary
Key Facts
- The Board enacted Ordinance No. 2025-04 regarding the Broward County PACE program.
- The Board voted 9-0 to waive Section 18.5(e)(1) of the Administrative Code, bypassing the requirement to first direct the County Attorney to draft the ordinance.
- The Board voted 9-0 to enact the ordinance itself.
- The effective date for the ordinance was changed from February 28, 2025, to March 31, 2025.
- The ordinance amends Chapter 20, Article VII, Division 8 of the Broward County Code of Ordinances.
- The action included the filing of proof of publication and the incorporation of Public Hearing Additional Material 61(2).
- Commissioner Davis participated and voted in the affirmative via telephone.
Why It Matters
This ordinance modifies the rules governing the program, which allows property owners to finance energy-efficiency and renewable energy improvements through assessments on their property tax bills, with the new provisions taking effect on March 31, 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the PACE program?
When does this new ordinance take effect?
Did the commissioners vote unanimously?
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Expedited Legislative Process
The Board utilized a waiver to bypass the standard requirement for the County Attorney to draft the ordinance, indicating a desire to expedite the legislative process.
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