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Deltona Moves Forward with Moratorium Amid New Law Challenges

July 1, 2025
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Deltona City Commission Defies New State Law with Residential Development Moratorium

Deltona, Florida – In a controversial move, the Deltona City Commission approved a residential development moratorium on Monday, directly contradicting a recent state law aimed at regulating local development controls. This decision has sparked significant debate among city officials and residents alike.

Key Points of the Deltona Moratorium Decision

  • State Law Restrictions: Senate Bill 180, signed into law on June 26, aims to improve emergency management and disaster recovery but curtails local governments’ authority over development controls.
  • Pre-suit Notice Received: The Howland Station Condo Developers have already sent Deltona a notice of possible legal action if the moratorium is enforced.
  • Divided Commission: City commissioners and Mayor Santiago Avila Jr. are at odds over the best course of action for the community.

Community Response

Local resident Stephanie Cox, advocating against Senate Bill 180, highlighted the community’s desire for autonomy in decision-making regarding local development. Holding a sign that read "Say No to SB180," Cox voiced her concerns:

“We want them to give us back the decision-making process. It’s not up to the government to decide what we need in Deltona.”

Cox expressed her support for the moratorium, emphasizing the need to prevent new developments that could exacerbate flooding issues in the city.

Official Reactions

District 4 Commissioner Dori Howington justified the commission’s decision:

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“We have houses that are flooding. We have areas that we need to look at. We can’t just run forward with development.”

Despite potential legal repercussions, Howington believes the moratorium is essential for addressing pressing community issues like inadequate stormwater systems and flooding.

In contrast, Mayor Avila criticized the decision, warning that it could provoke a negative response from state lawmakers:

“We are literally touting that we just passed an unconstitutional resolution… I’m not playing that game. I’m not paying taxpayer dollars on these shenanigans.”

Potential Implications

  • Legal Ramifications: The commission’s decision places Deltona at risk of litigation, which could drain city resources that might otherwise be used for community needs.
  • Future of Senate Bill 180: Avila suggested that rather than defying state law, the city should focus on amending problematic elements of Senate Bill 180 in the next legislative session.

Next Steps

The Deltona City Commission plans to address the pre-suit notice and discuss any potential litigation at their next meeting scheduled for July 7. As the city grapples with its development strategy amid new state regulations, the implications for local governance and community welfare remain to be seen.

For further understanding of the local impacts of Senate Bill 180, visit the official Florida Senate website.


By addressing the complexities of local governance and state regulations, this article aims to shed light on the challenges facing Deltona’s community as it navigates these contentious issues.

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