Many governing documents include a provision requiring a voting certificate if a unit or parcel is owned by more than one person, a corporation, or another entity. In some cases, there is an exception for spouses, and other times, a …
Election Process – Part 1 of 2
With many condominium associations in the midst of election season, many questions arise regarding the election process. For the most part the process varies greatly between condominiums and homeowners associations.
Condominium elections that fail to follow the procedures …
Can a Delinquent Owner Run for the Board?
Community Association election season is still going strong. One often asked question during this time is whether an unpaid fine makes an owner ineligible for the board. Simply put, an owner is not eligible to run for the board if …
Who Are the Candidates?
I have been present at elections where the members have no idea “who” is running for the board. In the condominium setting the members have the benefit of knowing in advance the names of all candidates. That does not mean …
Restricting Holiday Decorations in the HOA Setting
The holidays just ended but it seems the question of holiday decorations lives on. Every year, holiday decorations seem to appear earlier and get more extravagant, and not just in the retail setting. While studies are showing that people who …
Restaurant Minimums Not Unusual
Q: I live in a community that includes a mandatory golf club membership. The restaurant/lounge has been underperforming. The board recently imposed a minimum food and beverage purchase requirement for all members. Is this legal? …
“Are no pet restrictions enforceable?,” Naples Daily News
Q: I live in a condominium that does not allow pets of any kind, and never has allowed them. One of the reasons I purchased a unit in this condominium is because I don’t like pets and I don’t want …
“Water leaks in your condo: Who’s responsible? | Opinion ,” Miami Herald
There are many advantages to living in a multifamily condo or coop building in South Florida: great views, enviable locations and abundant amenities. However, there is always the possibility of water leaks. …
Relatives Can Serve on Board Together
Q: Where do I find in the statutes about relatives being on the board? I was told that if you are a relative, you cannot be on the board at the same time. Is that true? If so, what level …
Tree Root Damage, Who is Responsible?
Q: I live in a gated homeowners’ association. Roots from a tree planted on the common area has damaged my driveway. Who is responsible for the repair? (J.K., via e-mail)
A:Probably you.
There are two theories which have been …