Q: In the back of my mind, I recall the board, about 10 years ago, filed some sort of “affirmation” of the governing documents. I cannot seem to find the law that tells how often this happens. Is it every …
HOA Material Alteration Procedures Questioned
Q: Our HOA has been searching for information regarding the percentage required for votes to make changes to common areas when the covenants are silent. Our documents require a two-thirds vote of members for amendments to governing documents, but nothing …
Project Delay Causing Frustration
Q: My HOA collected 300 dollars to build a community dock that was voted on by the owners. There are apparently issues getting a permit, but the information is vague. How long can an association hold homeowners’ money? I …
Every Drop Counts– Why Your Building’s Water Quality Matters More Than You Think
Have you ever stopped to think about what’s really coming out of your faucets? This week on Take It To The Board, host Donna DiMaggio Berger sits down with Ed Padula of Quality Water Consultants to uncover the hidden truths …
What the Security Statute Means for Condo Associations
Section 768.0706, Florida Statutes, titled “Multifamily Residential Property Safety and Security; Presumption Against Liability,” was enacted in 2023 and provides a legal framework for the “owner or principal operator” of a multifamily residential property to obtain a presumption against liability …
Navigating New Criminal Penalties in Florida’s Association Law
2024 has come and gone, and with the new statutes, the Legislature has doubled down on making it clear that no funny business is allowed in association operations – even if they’ve included some fairly obvious new “crimes”. Steal from …
Maximizing Owner Votes: Practical Solutions for Turning Around Voter Apathy
Are your association’s governing documents woefully outdated but the voting threshold required to approve amendments to update your documents so high that it seems you can never make the changes necessary to bring them into the modern age? Is your …
New HOA Laws on Vehicle Parking Questioned
Q: Can you comment on the new laws that apply to homeowners’ associations regarding parking vehicles in driveways? Does this law include boat trailers? (H B., via e-mail)
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2022 Hurricane Ian Permit Extension Opportunity Still in Effect
Property owners, developers, construction industry professionals, and other permit- and authorization-holders may have even more opportunities for further extensions due to Hurricane Ian in 2022.
The following provides an overview of the permit extension available under law, including …
Condo Maintenance Responsibilities Disputed
Q: As a unit owner, I have come across a provision in our condominium documents that is unclear about maintenance responsibilities. This ambiguity has sparked different interpretations, resulting in disagreements. What is the best way to clarify this provision …