Q: My condominium has a restriction against parking pick-up trucks on the community property. Where can I get the most current copy of my condominium’s policies? (S.B., via e-mail)
A: Section 718.111(12) of the Florida Condominium …
COVID-19 Presents Unique Questions for Associations – Part V
Q: What are an association’s options if someone refuses to comply with our rules and protocols regarding COVID-19?
A: Based on my experience, neither law enforcement nor other governmental agencies are going to get involved with …
Obtaining a Bank Loan; Step-by-Step
With COVID-19 stay-at-home executive orders causing issues with employment and payment of assessments in some communities and with hurricane season quickly approaching, many associations may want to have a line of credit in place. This ensures they have the funds …
Is Incivility Having an Impact on the Operation of Your Association?
We live in an age where the lack of civility has become a common occurrence in daily life, whether it be on the internet, on the highway, or even in line at the grocery store. While the causes of the …
“Don’t Tread on Me”: The Permissibility of the Gadsden Flag in Your Community
Is flying the Gadsden flag (i.e., the yellow “Don’t Tread on Me” flag with a snake) considered a flag of the United States of America and is it permissible in your community association? It depends.
For those not …
Can Pool Remain Closed?
Q: My condominium association board voted to close the swimming pool in late March due to the COVID-19 threat. A few days later Governor DeSantis signed the “Stay at Home” Order and specifically defined “swimming” as an essential activity. …
COVID-19 Presents Unique Questions for Associations – Part IV
Q: Does our condominium association qualify for any federal aid due to the COVID-19 pandemic?
A: This is one of the many issues where there is no clear answer and I hear diametrically opposed opinions from …
COVID-19 Q&A PART II
Q: If someone in our community has been diagnosed with the virus, can we send out his or her name so that people know to be careful?
A: We are in uncharted waters and …
COVID-19 Presents Unique Questions for Associations – Part II
On March 9, 2020, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, declared a state of emergency in response to confirmed COVID-19 cases in Florida. On March 13, 2020, U.S. President Donald Trump, declared a national emergency. Numerous units of state and local government …
COVID-19 Q&A’s For Community Association
Q: If we are aware of a confirmed COVID-19 infection in our community, are we obligated to report it to the Health Department?
A: No, under Section 338.0031 of the Florida Statutes, only specified entities are …