Jacksonville reviewing ‘home occupations’ legislation, covering businesses operated from homes
By Ajay
Published on April 29, 2026.
The Planning Department is seeking approval to update the city's zoning code rules for home occupations to match that of Florida's 559.955. The changes would clarify eligibility and enforcement standards and bring local regulations into compliance with state law. The proposal includes limits on what qualifies as a home-based business, maintaining it as secondary to residential use, preserving the neighborhood's residential character, and requiring compliance with nuisance and hazardous materials rules.
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