Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Florida

Re: timber farm lot split

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I am not sure I totally understood your question. However, the city or county has the right to reappraise your property at what they feel to be the best use. Agricultural exemptions are not guaranteed. If all the property around you has been developed and you are simply holding your land or waiting for a better price, they are within their rights to tax it at full value if agricultural use no longer fits in with the community. Accordingly, whether or not you agree, it can be re-classified to single family useage.

Scott R. Jay, Esq.