Good news for Florida landlords: Starting July 1, 2025, you can legally send certain notices—including 3-day notices to pay rent—by email, thanks to the passing of Florida House Bill 615. However, there’s a catch: both landlord and tenant must agree in writing, and this must be clearly stated in the lease agreement.
This new rule brings modern convenience to property management, but to avoid legal issues, landlords must follow the law carefully. In this blog, we explain what the new law says, how it works, and how Pronto Evictions can help landlords adopt it the right way.
Overview of the New Law (Florida Statute 83.505)
As of July 1, 2025, Florida House Bill 615 has added Florida Statute 83.505, which allows for the electronic delivery of notices—such as:
- 3-day notices to pay or vacate
- Other legal notices required under Chapter 83
This is only valid if both parties agree in writing and include a specific email notice addendum in their rental or lease agreement.
What Landlords Need to Know
1. Email Notices Are Optional
This law doesn’t require landlords to send notices via email. It only allows it if both parties choose to.
2. Written Consent Is Mandatory
You must include a written addendum in the lease stating:
- Both parties agree to email communication
- The specific email addresses for sending/receiving notices
Without this agreement, traditional delivery methods (posting on the door or hand delivery) are still required.
3. Only Certain Notices Apply
Not all communication can be done via email. The law mainly applies to 3-day notices and other official notices under Chapter 83 of the Florida Statutes.
Benefits for Landlords
- Faster Delivery: Email can save time and speed up the eviction process.
- Clear Documentation: Digital timestamps can help prove that notices were sent.
- Less Paperwork: Reduces manual delivery and physical storage of documents.
But remember—missing a step can cost you in court. That’s where Pronto Evictions comes in.
How Pronto Evictions Helps You Stay Compliant
At Pronto Evictions, we stay up-to-date with Florida’s evolving landlord-tenant laws. Here’s how we help landlords with the new email delivery rule:
- Drafting custom email notice addendums
- Reviewing your existing lease agreements for compliance
- Ensuring legal notice delivery—email or traditional
- Filing evictions fast and legally if rent remains unpaid
Need help adding this clause to your lease? Contact us today and avoid costly mistakes later.
What Should Be in the Email Notice Addendum?
For email delivery to be legal, your lease must include:
- Both parties’ full names and email addresses
- A clear statement of agreement to receive/send notices by email
- A confirmation that notices sent to these addresses will be legally valid
Pronto Evictions can prepare this clause for you and review your rental documents to ensure everything meets Florida Statute 83.505.
Risks of Doing It Wrong
Sending a 3-day notice by email without proper written consent may result in:
- Eviction case dismissal
- Delays in reclaiming your property
- Legal expenses from restarting the process
Don’t take chances with legal deadlines—let Pronto Evictions guide you from start to finish.
Conclusion
Florida’s new law makes life easier for landlords, allowing 3-day notices by email—but only if done correctly. This convenience comes with legal responsibility. Make sure your lease includes the right written consent and email clause, or your eviction could be rejected in court.
Stay ahead of the law with Pronto Evictions. Whether you manage one rental or dozens, we’ll help you deliver notices the right way—email or otherwise—and evict tenants legally and efficiently.
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