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ROGO & Building Permits

What is ROGO and how does it work?

Steve Conley | August 24, 2026

Short Answer

ROGO (Rate of Growth Ordinance) is a Monroe County regulation that limits the number of new residential building permits issued each year. It operates on an allocation system designed to manage the rate of growth in the Florida Keys.

ROGO (Rate of Growth Ordinance) is a Monroe County regulation that limits the number of new residential building permits issued each year. It operates on an allocation system designed to manage the rate of growth in the Florida Keys.

If you have a specific situation or property in mind, I encourage you to reach out directly. Every real estate transaction in the Florida Keys has unique factors, and a conversation is the best way to get the precise guidance you need. My team and I are here to help you navigate the process with confidence.

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Steve Conley

Steve's Advice

Steve Conley

Principal, Conley Sales Group at COMPASS

ROGO is the single most important regulation to understand before buying land or planning to build in the Keys. I have watched buyers wait years for an allocation. If you are looking at a vacant lot, verify the tier classification and existing building rights before you make an offer. That due diligence is critical.

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