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Q: When can a condominium board of directors hold a meeting which is closed to the owners? (P.C., via e-mail)

A: Pursuant to Section 718.112(2)(c) of the Florida Condominium Act, meetings of the board of administration …

Q: The board of directors of my condominium association have been discussing purchasing an adjacent parcel of land. There is a question in the community as to whether this is allowed. Can a condominium association purchase additional property? (N.K, …

Q: Our homeowners’ association board president has not been responsive. He is also over two months overdue on assessments. Can he be replaced and what are the steps for that process? (V.R., via e-mail)

A: There …

Q: I heard there is a new law that impacts the registration process for “55+” communities. What are the details? R.W.

A: You heard correctly. Effective July 1, 2020, Section 760.29(4) of Florida Statutes was amended …

Q: I own the top unit in a two-story building. Heavy rains caused roof damage which caused significant ceiling damage in my unit. The property manager quickly sent a roofer to fix the exterior problem. They will provide service …

Q: We heard a rumor that our “55+ Park” is no longer required to register with the state. Is this true? (D.R., via e-mail)

A: Yes. Effective July 1, 2020, Section 760.29(4) of Florida Statutes was …

Q: Our condominium association board held online/telephone monthly meetings during the pandemic enabling owners to listen and ask questions. Normally, our board holds meetings where owners may attend in person. When the Florida Governor implemented Phase 2, the board …

With the budget season approaching, many condominium associations may wonder how to prepare a budget when it’s anticipated that members will vote to waive or partially fund reserves. The board must create a proposed annual budget that includes estimated revenues …