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What Rules and Regulations are Enforceable?

I am often asked by readers whether guest restrictions are enforceable. Residents often want to know whether the Association can require them to notify management when guests arrive or whether it is appropriate to require guests to register with the …

Can the Association Cut Off Cable or Shut Down Water Service?

Florida Statutes guarantees every owner’s right to use the common elements, which would include the recreational facilities (if part of the condominium), regardless whether they have fulfilled their responsibility to pay maintenance fees.

No More Mr. Nice Guy

The best way to get members to comply with the governing documents of an Association is to have a clear cut policy for enforcement. The policy will permit proper follow through and will serve to deter future violations.

Are E-mails, Instant Messages (IM), & Twitter Transcripts “official” records of the Association? (Round 2)

E-mails from members of the Board to Association employees are considered official records and must be maintained whether on paper or electronically to ensure compliance with the Florida Condominium Act.

2009 Florida Legislation Impacting Community Associations

SB 714 Most Significant Change for Community Associations.   Community Association Leadership Lobby (CALL) summarizes changes resulting from SB 714.

While there were a number of bills filed and debated this legislative session, not many of them passed.  SB …

WHERE THERE’S SMOKE …

Just how far can a Board go in placing restrictions upon an owner’s ability to smoke in a condominium association?

Hawn v. Shoreline Towers Phase I Condominium Association, Inc. et. al

Federal Court Rules in Favor of Condominium Association in Pet Accommodation/Disability Claim.

Differences in Insurance Requirements for Condominiums vs. Cooperatives in Florida

Much has been written about the insurance requirements for condominium associations and condominium owners. The Florida Condominium Act has been amended significantly over the years in this regard. Major changes resulted from the 2003 legislative session, by …

Management Company / Resident Conflict of Interest?

Q&A: The owner of the management company is also a resident/property owner in our community. Some of us feel that this creates a conflict of interest. What is your opinion on this?