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Be Wary of MRTA

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A little-known law, which can present big problems for planned residential and commercial subdivisions, has undergone a number of recent changes intended to make it more manageable and less impactful on the associations which oversee or manage planned residential and …

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Diligencia Al Invertir En Comunidades Costeras

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Aunque invertir y comprar una propiedad cerca del mar parece ser una inversión de un sueño hecho realidad, el cambio climático y el aumento del nivel del mar se han convertido en una amenaza existencial que puede afectar la viabilidad …

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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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Mold Problem Explored

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Q: My condominium unit has mold as a result of poor original construction in the 1980’s. Under the Florida Condominium Act, is the association responsible for the structural repairs of the damage caused by this mold? (S.S., via e-mail) …

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Fining Procedure Discussed

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Q: What is the maximum fine an association can impose on an owner for a rule violation? (H.H., via e-mail)

A: It depends. Condominium and cooperative fines are capped at $100.00 per day, and further capped at $1,000.00 …

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Florida Supreme Court Rules COVID-19 Pandemic Constitutes “Natural Emergency”

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Governor Extends COVID-19 State of Emergency by 60 Days – Opportunities to Extend Certain Permits May Be Available to Associations

Section 252.363(1)(a), Florida Statutes, provides that certain qualifying permits and authorizations are eligible for an extension …

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Backyard Clothesline Causes Flap

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Q: There is an ongoing dispute in my homeowners’ association concerning the installation of clotheslines that we are hoping you can resolve. Some owners have stated that they are entitled to install clotheslines on their lots without regulation by …

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“Budgets,” FCAP Managers Report

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Surprise Audits Not Authorized

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Q: Does Florida do unannounced audits of condominium or homeowners’ associations to see if they are conforming to the relevant statutes? For example, some of our board members don’t want bids for a contract even though it is required …

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El avance de la tecnología en las leyes de las asociaciones

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Debido a la reciente pandemia del Covid-19, las asociaciones han tenido que modificar los protocolos de reuniones al vuelo.  Más allá de los requerimientos  de distanciamiento social, de la preocupación de los miembros y de las juntas con respecto a …

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