10/12/2026
Got Citizens? Not in a flood zone? Starting Jan 1, 2027, you’ll still need flood insurance.
Florida law now requires a separate flood policy on nearly every Citizens homeowner policy that includes wind coverage. Home value no longer matters.
Flood limit must match your dwelling coverage (or the NFIP max)
Applies at your first new policy or renewal on or after 1/1/27
Exempt: condo unit owners, renters, wind-excluded policies
NFIP policies usually have a 30-day wait. Don’t cut it close.
Jones Family Insurance writes flood for Punta Gorda, Fort Myers, Naples and all of SWFL. Call us or DM “FLOOD” and we’ll quote it and handle the Citizens paperwork.