DBPR Shares Coronavirus Resources (Updated)
The Department of Business and Professional Regulation published a series of extremely helpful FAQs on the Governor’s executive orders related to hospitality businesses and alcoholic beverage licensees.
Scroll below to view documents or click here to visit the Department’s frequently-updated resource page.
Note: Florida’s coronavirus situation is changing rapidly. Click here to view the firm’s most-recent updates on the regulatory response affecting hotels, restaurants, bars, resorts, and the alcoholic beverage industry.
GUIDANCE ON STATE EMERGENCY DIRECTIVES RELATED TO BUSINESSESGUIDANCE ON STATE EMERGENCY DIRECTIVES RELATED TO BUSINESSES
Executive Order 20-139: FAQs for Phase 2 Safe. Smart. Step-by-Step. Plan for Florida’s Recovery
Executive Order 20-123: FAQs for Restaurants and Food Establishments
Executive Order 20-123: Mandatory Measures and Best Practices for Gyms and Fitness Centers
Executive Order 20-123: Recommended Safety Measures and Best Practices for Vacation Rentals
NOTICE TO COUNTY ADMINISTRATORS: To submit and seek approval of a county safety plan for vacation rental operations, please submit a written request and the county’s safety plan documents to DBPR electronically at SafetyPlans@myfloridalicense.com.
Additional Information for Barbershops and Cosmetology Salons Pursuant to Executive Order 20-120
FAQs for Executive Order 20-112 – Phase 1: Safe. Smart. Step-by-Step. Plan for Florida’s Recovery
FAQs for Executive Order 20-91 – Essential Services and Activities During COVID-19
PROFESSIONAL LICENSING BOARD MEETING UPDATES AND SCHEDULE CHANGES
Department Board Meeting Updates
OTHER EMERGENCY RESOURCES FOR BUSINESSES
Florida Business Damage Assessment Survey
The Florida Business Damage Assessment survey has been activated to assess the impact of COVID-19 on Florida’s local business operations. The survey, managed by the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO), will evaluate businesses affected by COVID-19 and the impacts the virus has had on the local economy so actions to implement appropriate relief programs can begin. The Business Damage Assessment Survey can be taken online at https://floridadisaster.biz/.
Florida Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan Program
The Florida Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan Program is currently available to small business owners located in all Florida counties statewide that experienced economic damage as a result of COVID-19. For details on eligibility requirements and the loan process, visit: https://floridadisasterloan.org/.
Reemployment Assistance Program Resources Administered Through Florida Department of Economic Opportunity
If your employment has been negatively impacted as a result of the mitigation efforts in Florida to stop the spread of COVID-19, you may be eligible to receive Reemployment Assistance. For more information, review the FDEO Reemployment Assistance FAQS.
U.S. Small Business Administration Disaster Loans
The Small Business Administration (SBA) has announced that Florida small businesses that are being economically impacted by COVID-19 can now apply for low-interest Economic Injury Disaster Loans. Loans of up to $2 million are available to help meet financial obligations and operating expenses for small businesses statewide that have been impacted since January 31, as well as for private non-profit organizations of any size, small agricultural cooperatives and small aquaculture enterprises. For more information regarding the SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans, please visit: SBA Disaster Loan Assistance.
Florida Small Business Development Center – Disaster Recovery Consulting Services
The Florida Small Business Development Center (FSBDC) provides no-cost, one-on-one confidential consulting to help small businesses prepare disaster loan applications and assist with other post-disaster challenges. To consult with a FSBDC disaster recovery specialist, review the FSBDC Network Locations and contact the office serving your county.
U.S. Small Business Administration Paycheck Protection Program
The Small Business Administration (SBA) Paycheck Protection Program is a loan designed to provide a direct incentive for small businesses to keep their workers on the payroll. SBA will forgive loans if all employees are kept on the payroll for eight weeks and the money is used for payroll, rent, mortgage interest, or utilities. The Paycheck Protection Program will be available through June 30, 2020. For more information regarding the SBA Paycheck Protection Program, please visit: SBA Paycheck Protection Program.
Florida Department of Revenue Taxpayer Information Regarding COVID-19
The Florida Department of Revenue has extended certain filing deadlines for Florida businesses related to sales and use tax, tourist development tax, solid waste fees, and prepaid wireless E911 fees. To review additional guidance and updated deadlines for these tax filings, please visit the DOR Taxpayer Information Regarding COVID-19.