State of Florida - Full Phase 1
/The State of Florida kicked off its phased-in approach May 4th by allowing restaurants, stores, and malls to open up on a limited basis. This past week barbershops and hairstylists were permitted to re-open their businesses. On Friday, the Governor announced the expanded plans for Phase One that takes effect Monday, May 18th.
RESTAURANTS & FOOD ESTABLISHMENTS
May increase indoor capacity to 50% with proper social distancing Outdoor seating encouraged
RETAIL
May operate up to 50% capacity indoors
MUSEUMS & LIBRARIES
May operate up to 50% capacity if permitted by local governments
GYMS & FITNESS CENTERS
May operate up to 50% capacity Self-sanitize machines and surfaces after use
AMUSEMENT PARKS
May submit a re-opening plan to the State
PROFESSIONAL SPORTS VENUES
Professional sports teams are welcome in Florida
Professional sports venues may open and operate for games, events and training
VACATION RENTALS
Counties may seek approval to operate vacation rentals by submitting a written request and county vacation rental safety plan to the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation
ELECTIVE SURGERIES
Elective surgeries may continue if a facility has adequate PPE, hospital bed surge capacity and works with the local community to prevent and/or contain outbreaks in long-term care facilities
BARBER SHOPS & SALONS
Barber shops, hair salons and nail salons may operate while adhering to safety protocols effective May 11
SCHOOLS
Students continue with distance learning
LONG-TERM CARE FACILITIES
Visitation in long-term facilities prohibited for COVID-19 Hospitals required to test all individuals before discharge to long-term care facilities
Long-term care facilities required to transfer COVID-19 positive residents if the facility is not equipped for appropriate care