Candidate Speeches and Events
Q: Some owners in my condominium association have discussed having candidates running for a local office come speak to our members. However, the board of directors has questioned whether this is appropriate. Is …
Corporate Annual Report Requirements for Community Associations
Q: I am new to the board of directors at my condominium association, and at a recent board meeting it was brought up that the association has not filed its annual report with …
Does a Condominium Audit Require Owner Approval
Q: My condominium association has a budget of less than $300,000.00 per year. At a recent board meeting it was stated that the association plans to have an audit of the association’s finances. …
Understanding Affidavit Requirements for Florida Community Associations
Q: I have a question regarding affidavits. I am the Secretary of my condominium association and am sometimes asked to sign affidavits for the mailing of meeting notices and similar documents. When are …
Board Discretion Over Landscaping Contracts
Q: I am on the board of my condominium association and we were required to get a structural integrity reserve study last year, and we did. We are now faced with unanticipated structural …
What Information to Include in Association Directories
Q: I am working with the board of directors for my association on publishing an owner directory. However, we are confused on what information the association may publish in the directory. What information …
Review of the Outcome of the 2026 Legislative Session
The 2026 Legislative Session for Florida concluded earlier this year and did not result in significant changes to the community association statutes, Chapter 718, the Florida Condominium Act, Chapter 719, the Florida Cooperative …
Board Meeting Frequency and Handling Excess Special Assessment Funds
Q: At a recent board of directors meeting the board of my homeowners’ association stated that the next board meeting would not be until later this fall. I was under the impression …
Board Member Qualifications and Assessment Delinquencies
Q: A husband and wife currently serve on the board of directors of my condominium association. I did not think this was permitted. Are they both allowed to serve on the board?
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Understanding Receiverships
Q: I live in a small condominium association and no one wants to serve on the board. Since we have trouble establishing a board, is having a receiver appointed to run the condominium …
Fining and Common Facility Use Right Suspensions Discussed
Q: My homeowners’ association is looking to impose fines or other penalties against owners who violate the rules. We understand that there are limits on the amount a fine but question whether the …
Understanding Emergency Powers for Florida Community Associations
Q: As hurricane season is about to start, can you give an overview of the emergency powers that are granted to community associations under Florida law? (B.S., via e-mail)
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