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By Joseph Adams
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This week continues our annual review of the legislative changes which affect community associations, and continue with the main bill, Senate Bill 630, which took effect July 1, 2021. For the first edition, see Community Associations Affected by the 2021 Legislative Session, published on August 1, 2021.
Transfer Approval Fees
Section 718.112(2)(d)3 of the …
By Joseph Adams
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Beginning this week, this column will begin its yearly review of legislative changes affecting community associations. Today, we will start with the main bill, Senate Bill 630, which became effective July 1, 2021.
Section 627.714(4), Florida Statutes: Insurance Subrogation
The new law provides that if a condominium association’s insurance policy does not provide rights …
By Sara K. Wilson
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In a newly developed community, transitioning control of the association from the developer to the owners is often an anxiously anticipated – and some might say, dreaded – event. Pursuant to Section 720.307, Florida Statutes, transition of control of a homeowners’ association – when members other than the developer are entitled to elect at least …
By Elizabeth "Beth" A. Lanham-Patrie
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Many associations now install security cameras on the common areas to guarantee video evidence of any intentional vandalism or negligent actions which result in damage to the common areas, such as a vehicle running into the gate of a gated community. Some association want to install security cameras as a way of deterring criminal acts …
By Joseph Arena
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Associations generate nearly all of their funding through fees and special assessments paid by members of the shared ownership community. Some members who fall behind in their financial obligations may look to bankruptcy as a way to address their debts, so it is helpful for directors and property managers to be familiar with some of …
By David G. Muller
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Q: Have there been any developments regarding the term limit law for condominium directors? In prior columns you mentioned that there was some confusion as to when it will impact existing director terms. H.H.
A: Yes, there is a recent development regarding this issue. Condominium association term …
By Joseph Adams
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Q: The foundation under my condominium’s sliding glass door has heaved which prevents me from opening the doors. My condominium manager says that I am responsible for taking out the slider door frame and grinding down the foundation cement. Am I responsible? (P.D., via e-mail)
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By Kathleen O. Berkey, AICP
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Florida Governor DeSantis recently allowed Executive Order No. 20-52, which originally declared a State of Emergency for the entire State on March 9, 2020 in response to confirmed COVID-19 cases in Florida, to expire after eight (8) extensions¹. …
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