Q: I am a new owner of a home located within a deed restricted community. Many of the lots, including mine, have large oak trees located between the rear of the residence and the community property line. The oak trees …
Association “Sunshine Laws” Explained
Q: We have a five-member board and the board has said that they are only required to post notice of a meeting when three or more board members are together. However, we have learned that often, two board members …
Condominium Documents Generally Available Online
Q: A number of years ago, I went to some county office and was able to get a copy of our condominium documents and latest bylaws. Does the county still keep an official copy of condominium documents? Is there …
“Someone is Sick: Now What?,” Community Association Management Insider
What do you do when one of your community association members is diagnosed with the coronavirus (COVID-19)? Becker Shareholder Jennifer Horan reminds board members to exercise caution when considering privacy rights of residents, while also being transparent.
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Rules are Official Records
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. …