Which jurisdiction’s local comprehensive planning acts are in effect in Florida?

• A. California
• B. New York
• C. Texas
• D. Florida

Answer: (D)

Local comprehensive planning in Florida is governed by Florida’s own statutes. Florida’s Growth Management Act requires every local government to adopt and implement a comprehensive plan that guides future land use and development and must align with state and regional planning goals. The standards and processes come from Florida statutes, so Florida’s local comprehensive planning acts are the ones in effect. Other states’ laws (California, New York, Texas) set their own planning rules, but they don’t control Florida’s local planning requirements.