Florida § 408.807 - Change of ownership.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 408.807 — Change of ownership., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 408.807. Change of ownership.
Whenever a change of ownership occurs: (1) The transferor shall notify the agency in writing at least 60 days before the anticipated date of the change of ownership. (2) The transferee shall make application to the agency for a license within the timeframes required in s. 408.806. (3) The transferor shall be responsible and liable for: (a) The lawful operation of the provider and the welfare of the clients served until the date the transferee is licensed by the agency. (b) Any and all penalties imposed against the transferor for violations occurring before the date of change of ownership. (4) Any restriction on licensure, including a conditional license existing at the time of a change of ownership, shall remain in effect until the agency determines that the grounds for the restriction are corrected. (5) The transferee shall maintain records of the transferor as required in this part, authorizing statutes, and applicable rules, including: (a) All client records. (b) Inspection reports. (c) All records required to be maintained pursuant to s. 409.913, if applicable.
Source: official Florida text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 408.807
What does Florida Statutes § 408.807 cover?
Section 408.807 ("Change of ownership.") is part of the Florida Statutes, the codified statutory law of Florida. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Florida § 408.807?
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Is this the official text of Florida law?
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How does Florida § 408.807 apply to my situation?
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