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New Law Impacts 55+ Communities

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Q: I heard there is a new law that impacts the registration process for “55+” communities. What are the details? R.W.

A: You heard correctly. Effective July 1, 2020, Section 760.29(4) of Florida Statutes was amended …

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Update on Emotional Support Animal Legislation

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Q: In a recent column you said a new law passed about “emotional support animals,” which is supposed to cut down on bogus requests.  When does this law take effect and what are the details?  M.H. …

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Transition Committee and Construction Defect Claims

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Q: My new condominium will soon be turning over from the developer. I am a unit owner and have been selected to serve on the transition committee, which has been primarily tasked with determining whether the developer has any …

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Can I Trim Tree Limbs?

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Q: I am a new owner of a home located within a deed restricted community. Many of the lots, including mine, have large oak trees located between the rear of the residence and the community property line. The oak …

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Can Pool Remain Closed?

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Q: My condominium association board voted to close the swimming pool in late March due to the COVID-19 threat. A few days later Governor DeSantis signed the “Stay at Home” Order and specifically defined “swimming” as an essential activity. …

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When Are Closed Board Meetings Allowed?

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Q: As president of my condominium association, I believe it is time to fire our in-house manager and hire a new one. I obviously need the approval of the board to fire the manager.  At the upcoming board meeting …

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Management Companies and CAM Licenses

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Many associations do not just hire a manager. They hire an entire management company. The question I get asked at times is whether a management company has to be licensed. The short answer is yes. Their licensure is addressed by …

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“Limit on Charging Transfer Fees? ,” Naples Daily News

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Q: My condominium association imposes strict limitations on the rental of units.  The condominium documents include a requirement for the board to review and approve all proposed leases and tenants.  The condominium documents also permit the association to charge …

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Can a Delinquent Owner Run for the Board?

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Community Association election season is still going strong.  One often asked question during this time is whether an unpaid fine makes an owner ineligible for the board. Simply put, an owner is not eligible to run for the board if …

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“Are no pet restrictions enforceable?,” Naples Daily News

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Q: I live in a condominium that does not allow pets of any kind, and never has allowed them.  One of the reasons I purchased a unit in this condominium is because I don’t like pets and I don’t …

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