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Florida Statutes § 83.505 – Opt-In for Electronic Delivery of Notices (OED-1)

Effective July 1, 2025, Florida law now allows landlords and tenants to opt in to receive legally required rental notices by email. Under Florida Statutes § 83.505 (OED-1), both parties must sign a written addendum to the lease confirming their agreement to electronic delivery.

This marks a major modernization in Florida landlord-tenant law, but it also comes with specific requirements. At St. Johns Law Group, our St. Augustine real estate attorneys help landlords, property managers, and tenants navigate these updates with confidence.

What the Law Allows

  • Voluntary opt-in – Both landlord and tenant must sign a written addendum separate from the lease.

  • Designated email addresses – Each party provides an official email for notices.

  • Revocable consent – Either party can revoke the opt-in at any time with written notice.

  • Email deemed delivered – Notices are considered delivered when sent unless the email bounces.

  • Proof of delivery required – Senders must keep a copy of the notice and transmission record.

👉 If an email bounces, landlords must fall back on another permitted method of delivery, such as mail, posting, or hand delivery.

What § 83.505 Does Not Cover

  • No automatic application – Consent must be in writing, using the statutory addendum.

  • Not for court filings – Eviction complaints and legal pleadings must still be formally served.

  • Limited scope – Applies only to notices under Part II of Chapter 83.

  • Not valid for oral leases – The agreement must be in writing.

For situations involving lease termination or deposit disputes, electronic notice can help — but if you face conflict, our Landlord & Tenant Dispute Attorneys can assist.

Notices That May Be Sent by Email

Examples of notices that may be delivered electronically once the addendum is signed include:

Model Addendum Language

Florida provides statutory addendum language for OED-1 elections. A simplified version includes:

  • Landlord Election: ☐ I agree / ☐ I do not agree

  • Tenant Election: ☐ I agree / ☐ I do not agree

  • Designated Email Address fields for both

📄 Download the Fillable OED-1 Addendum – St. Johns Law Group

Benefits of Opting In

For Landlords & Property Managers:

  • Faster delivery of notices

  • Reduced mailing costs

  • Stronger documentation

For Tenants:

  • Immediate access to notices

  • Digital recordkeeping

  • Ability to revoke consent at any time

Risks & Best Practices

  • Double-check email addresses for typos

  • Monitor for bounced/undeliverable emails

  • Keep proof of sending

  • Update lease templates to include the OED-1 addendum

  • Train staff and property managers on new procedures

If disputes arise, our Civil Litigation Attorneys and Appellate Lawyers are equipped to represent you.

How St. Johns Law Group Can Help

Our attorneys handle all aspects of Florida real estate law, including:

  • Drafting OED-1 addenda

  • Updating lease agreements for compliance

  • Advising on landlord-tenant disputes

  • Representing clients in Real Estate Litigation

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