Q & A

Q: I was recently elected to the Board of my condominium association and had questions concerning my responsibilities to become certified as a new board member for properly complying with the statute regarding …

Q: I understand that the U.S. Postal Service has recently changed how it applies postmarks to mail. How does this change apply to condominium associations, and should associations change their mailing practices? (W.F., …

Q: I have noticed that our governing documents contain numerous references to the developer, even though the developer is no longer involved. Can the homeowners’ association’s board have the authority to remove or …

Q: I am an owner in a condominium complex in Naples, Florida. I read your recent article about voting by email and I have additional questions about ballots and proxies.  Can ballots and …

Q: As a board member of a condominium association with more than 25 units, I understand that new website requirements for condos took effect in January 2026. Could you please explain what is …

Q: A cellphone provider recently approached the board of directors at my condominium association with a proposal to lease part of the roof for installing cellular equipment. Does the board have the authority …

Q: The documents for our condominium state that any changes to the common elements require a vote of the unit owners. However, our board decided to install solar panels on the roof without …

Q: What advice can you offer to condominium associations on good financial practices and how to make the most of their budgets and reserves? (G.C., via e-mail)

A: In …

Q: Can you explain what “fiduciary duty” means for a condominium board member and managers? (M.S., via e-mail)

Q: I own a condominium unit in Florida that I rent out. I heard there is a new law about disclosing flood history to my tenants. I personally have not filed any insurance …

Q:  Is a motor home/RV considered a “personal vehicle” under the Florida Homeowners’ Association Act? Some motor homes require a commercial driver’s license.  (A.K-K, via e-mail)

Q: Our condominium consists of a number of buildings with two residential floors with covered parking underneath.

It is my understanding that the prior statutes allowed associations to partially fund the …