HB 1295: Construction Defects

Official summary

Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.

Construction Defects; Provides that certain deviations from construction projects are not considered construction defects; revises parties to be served written notice; requires claimants to describe with specificity location of known damages from alleged defective conditions; revises parts of property parties may inspect; requires claimants who accept offer to repair to provide offeror reasonable access to claimant's property; provides when certain claimants may or may not proceed with action against offeror; provides that if certain persons obtain required building permits, certificate of occupancy, & local government approval, project passes required inspections under Florida Building Code; requires certain claimants to agree to preaction mediation in writing; requires certain parties to deposit funds in escrow account for specified purpose; provides when funds may be distributed; requires parties to contract with licensed engineer or construction management firm for specified purpose; provides that any remaining funds in escrow account be released back to payor.

Sponsors

Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 2

“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.

Recent official actions

1. June 16, 2025Died in Civil Justice & Claims Subcommittee
2. May 3, 2025Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration
3. March 5, 2025Now in Civil Justice & Claims Subcommittee
4. March 5, 2025Referred to Judiciary Committee
5. March 5, 2025Referred to Industries & Professional Activities Subcommittee
6. March 5, 2025Referred to Civil Justice & Claims Subcommittee
7. March 4, 20251st Reading (Original Filed Version)
8. February 27, 2025Filed