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Community associations need to be hurricane-proof, too

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As Mike Tyson said, “Everybody’s got a plan until they get hit.” This hurricane season is confirming the need for community associations to develop the right plans, learn from their experiences and continually refine their plans.

Many volunteer …

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Complaint Letters Are Part of Association’s Official Record

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Question: I live in a condominium and recently sent a letter to the manager complaining about the occupants of a neighboring unit. When the owner of the unit found out that someone complained, they asked for a copy …

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How Our National Political Discourse Parallels Our Community Association Discourse

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It’s hard right now to turn away from the 24/7 news cycle and its discord, rancor and heated rhetoric. When we spend the majority of our time discussing just 20% of the topics which concern us, we cannot commit time …

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Florida Condo Associations Cannot Waive Year-End Audits for More than Three Consecutive Years

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Question: Our annual budget is always over $500,000 and requires a year-end audit unless waived by the owners, which I understand cannot be done more than three consecutive years. Is there a penalty and what could happen if …

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Are Social Event Expenses a Proper Expense for Florida Condominium Associations?

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Question: My condominium association holds an annual holiday party at a nearby restaurant. The association pays for everything, including the banquet hall, food and refreshments, by using common funds. Is this a proper common expense? J.A.

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Condo Balcony Grills Still A Burning Issue in Florida

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Question: In your February 10, 2016 blog post, you stated that electric grills are no longer permitted to be used or stored on condominium balconies. I consulted with our local fire marshal who issued a letter that says …

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Can My Condo Snuff Out My Right to Smoke?

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Question: I have owned my condominium unit for more than 14 years. I enjoy having an occasional cigar at the designated smoking section provided at the condominium pools.  About a year ago, a new board decided to ban …

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Grilling on the Balcony: What is Permissible in Florida Condominiums?

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Question: My unit has a screened balcony (some people call it a “lanai”). I understand that I cannot use a gas grill out there, but I enjoy using my electric grill when the weather is nice. The association …

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Governing Documents Determine How Parking Spaces Are Defined

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Question: The association in my condominium is trying to reassign all the parking spaces, which were originally assinged by the developer in 1969. I have a two bedroom unit and ever since I moved 15 years ago, I’ve …

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Condo Insurance Requirements

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Question: What is the new law concerning condo air-conditioners? Is there a new law?

Answer: The association’s insurance policy must include coverage for the HVAC system – the air conditioning units, compressors, thermostats, duct …

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