What is ROGO and how does it work?

By Steve Conley

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.

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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More questions in ROGO & Building Permits

What do I need to know about ROGO before buying land in the Florida Keys? How long does a ROGO allocation take? Can I build on vacant land in the Keys? What is the ROGO tier system? Does an existing home with a CO bypass ROGO? How does ROGO affect property values? What happens if my ROGO allocation expires? Can I add square footage to an existing Keys home? What permits do I need for dock or seawall work? How does ROGO affect new construction timelines? Can I Build on an Empty Lot in the Florida Keys?

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