Question: I live in a condominium and recently sent a letter to the manager complaining about the occupants of a neighboring unit. When the owner of the unit found out that someone complained, they asked for a copy …
Review of New Legislature Continues – Part 2
Last week, we began our annual review of legislation affecting Florida’s community associations. This week we continue our review of SB 398, the new law regarding “estoppel certificates,” the form associations have to complete for unit or parcel closings.
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Review of New Legislation – Part 1
Today begins our annual review of legislation affecting community associations in Florida. Today’s topic, “estoppel certificates.”
On June 14, 2017, Governor Scott signed SB 398, which amends Chapters 718 (condominiums), 719 (cooperatives), and 720 (homeowners’ associations) and which …
Associations Must Allow Flags
Question: I am a military veteran. Over Memorial Day weekend, I displayed my American flag outside my home. I intend to display the same flag for the Fourth of July. I recently received a letter from my homeowners’ …
Florida HOA’s Can Change Rental Rules
Question: Our homeowners’ association would like to change our current minimum rental period, which is only three days, to a thirty day minimum. If we receive a majority vote for making this amendment, do we have to “grandfather” …
Delinquent Owners not Eligible for the Board of Directors in Florida Condominiums & HOAs
Question: I live in a homeowners’ association and recently submitted my intent to run for the board. However, my name was not included on the ballot that was mailed out to all of the owners. When I asked …
Can the Association Board Fill a Vacancy Without an Election?
Question: Recently, one of the members of our board of directors resigned from the board and sold their unit. When he announced his resignation, I expected the association to schedule an election to fill the vacancy. However, at …
Changing Governing Documents Generally Requires Homeowner Approval
Question: My homeowners’ association is about twelve years old and we are considering doing a complete rewrite of our governing documents. Some members of the board have stated that we cannot replace our governing documents, but only amend …
Officers are Elected or Removed by the Board of Directors in Florida Condominiums
Question: I am the president of my condominium association and I have decided that we should fire our secretary. Do I have the authority to fire the secretary or is this something that should be voted on by …
Florida Condo Board May Have Authority to Approve Changes to Common Areas
Question: Recently, my condominium association installed a bike rack and bench on the property. Following the installation, I questioned the board whether these changes should have been approved by 75% of all unit owners. In response, the board …