b) No parcel shall receive a credit towards the Net Fire Protection Units assigned

Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting · 2026-07-28 · agenda_item

Sumter County is considering a proposed resolution that would allow owners of mobile home or recreational vehicle (RV) parks to apply for adjustments to their Fire Services Special Assessments. This program is planned for Fiscal Year 2027, with applications due by September 1, 2026. The adjustment is based on the vacancy rate of spaces within these parks during the 2025 calendar year. Property owners will need to calculate their vacancy rate and submit an application, under oath, to the County Administrator for approval. This process could lead to adjustments in assessments starting October 1, 2026. Businesses involved in property management, legal services for application preparation, and accounting services for vacancy rate calculations may find opportunities related to this initiative. Early engagement with park owners could be beneficial as the application and approval procedures are being established.

Net Fire Protection Units credit limit

40 %

Application deadline for Fiscal Year 2027

1 September 2026

Reporting period for vacancy rate

1 January 2025

Reporting period for vacancy rate

31 December 2025

Assessment adjustment start date

1 October 2026