📬 Landlords and tenants in Florida can now send important legal notices by email—but only if both agree in writing. This change comes from the new Florida Statute 83.505, part of House Bill 615. 

How the Email Option Works

1. Written consent is required
   Both landlord and tenant must sign a special electronic delivery addendum. That form must include: 

   • Email address each person will use

   • A clear statement that choosing email is optional

   • A notice that either party can revoke consent or update the email at any time

2. Sending notices by email
   Once signed, the landlord or tenant may send any legal notices under Chapter 83 by email, including:

   • 3‑day rent or vacate notices

   • 7‑day cure or vacate notices

   • Notices of non‑renewal

   • Security deposit claims

   • Extermination notices or entry notices

   • Lease termination and other Chapter 83 notices 

3. When is an email “delivered”?
   An emailed notice is legally “delivered” at the time it is sent, unless it bounces back as undeliverable. 
   If it bounces back, delivery fails and you must send the notice another way (mail, in person, or posting).

4. Keep proofs of sending
   The sender must save a copy of the email and proof of transmission (like a timestamp or sent receipt). This helps prove the notice was legally sent. )

5. Revoking consent or updating email
   Either party may revoke email consent or change their email address at any time. The change takes effect once the notice is delivered in writing, and does not affect earlier valid email notices. 

6. Email does not replace court service
   This law covers statutory notices under Chapter 83, but does not allow serving eviction lawsuits by email. Formal court filings still use traditional delivery methods. 

Why This Change Matters

• Faster communication for things like late rent or lease expiration.

• Lower costs—no more postage or certified mail.

• Better records—emails leave a date-stamped paper trail.

• Optional and consumer‑friendly—email only if both sides agree.

Quick Tips for Landlords and Tenants

• Make sure your lease includes the signed addendum before using email.

• Only send notices to the agreed email address.

• If an email bounces, follow up with traditional delivery right away.

• Keep records of every email notice you send.

• Update or revoke your email consent by writing (not by text or call).

📞 Questions? Contact Florida Consumer Lawyers

If you have any questions about how Florida Statute 83.505 works, or how to use the email notice option in your lease, reach out to Florida Consumer Lawyers. They can help explain your landlord‑tenant rights, your responsibilities under Florida landlord tenant law, and help you stay compliant.