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The latest news on government activities surrounding BAAA and the industry from our Government Affairs Director, Eric Garduño.

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The Tampa City Council has directed city staff to look into the feasibility of adopting a Tenant Bill of Rights ordinance. City staff are...

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Instigated by neighborhood associations who oppose additional multifamily development, City of Tampa planners have looked into adjustments to how...

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On Tuesday, August 3, 2021, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control issued a new eviction moratorium in response to the COVID emergency. The new order...

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County and State programs that provide Rental Assistance for residents experiencing an economic hardship due to the COVID emergency still have...

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Enforcement of Hillsborough County’s Tenant Bill of Rights ordinance begins today, July 1, 2021. In March, the Hillsborough Board of...

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Close Decision Allows Eviction Ban To End July 31 On Tuesday, June 29, in a 5-4 decision, the Supreme Court denied a request to end the Federal...

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Cut your Community's Monthly Bills by Conserving Water and Other Resources Simple changes in how you irrigate your landscaping, choose and maintain...

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On Thurday, June 24, the Centers for Disease Control extended its eviction moratorium through July 31. According to CDC's announcement, this...

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BAAA Members – Share Your Thoughts on Transportation in Pinellas/St. Pete There are two different calls for public input related to...

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HB 337 Puts Limits on Fee Increases; Local Jurisdictions Take Actions to Comply Passed and signed into law earlier this year, HB 337 sets limits...

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Hillsborough's Tenant Bill of Rights Ordinance Enforcement Begins July 1st Enforcement of Hillsborough County’s Tenant Bill of Rights (TBOR)...

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Planning Commission to Review City Proposal on FAR Led by multiple community associations, the Stop Overbuilding South of Gandy movement sparked...

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