Q: I have a question in regards to condominium board member term of office and elections. Due to the new law that started in 2018, do the board members automatically stay on the board if they choose to for up to …
Shedding Light on Sea Turtle Lighting
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) and coastal local governments regulate what lighting is permitted to avoid and minimize the impacts to sea turtles, but why is artificial coastal lighting a problem? In the southeastern United States, sea turtle …
Back to Basics
There are articles every month covering community association issues, which you can find from a plethora of sources. This magazine, other similar magazines, national magazines, newspaper articles, everyone’s favorite blog, attorney resources, Internet, etc. Most of these articles deal with …
Committee Conundrum Explored
Q: A director on our condominium board recently resigned, but would still like to volunteer on a committee. Is this permissible? (S.F., via e-mail)
A: I believe so, but the law is a bit of a mess.
Section 718.103(7) of the …
Why Should Your Community Consider Trademarking Its Name and Logo?
Many communities rely upon name recognition and a certain style logo to attract attention from potential new purchasers as well as to enhance real property values for existing owners.
I live in a country club community that has …
Are Signed Condominium Election Ballots Valid?
For the most part, voting in a condominium election is supposed to be by secret ballot but many times owners sign their ballots. Does this invalidate the ballot? No, it does not. This issue was addressed in the arbitration case …
Say What?
In terminating a third party vendor, a board of directors must be careful in disseminating information concerning the basis for its decision – especially if the decision was due to poor performance or contractual violations by the vendor.
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The Use of a Power of Attorney Document at Association Meetings and Elections
A power of attorney (“POA”) is a legal document delegating authority (specific rights set forth in the POA) from one person (the principal) to another (the agent). Association boards and managers may have encountered these from members who wish to …
Dos and Don’ts for HOA Board Members When It Comes to E-Discovery
You were just elected as a member of the board for your association and with that election comes a series of responsibilities. With so many people living in your building, along with those who service the building, odds are you …