New Structural Safety Laws Create Questions

Associations, Inspections, Law, Q&A, Reserves

Q: I have heard that there will be efforts to change the new condominium law about inspections and reserves. Can you shed any light on what the proposals might be and their chances of passing? (S.G., via e-mail) You can read my initial summary of the new statute in my...

Electric Vehicle Charging Stations on the Common Elements

Associations, Residents, Rules Regulations, Tech

Electric vehicles are now commonplace in our society and with the price of gas skyrocketing, more people will consider purchasing them. Condominium association directors should, therefore, expect owners to ask questions about electric vehicle charging stations (EVCS)...

HOA Lien Procedures Explained

Associations, Fines, Payments, Q&A, Residents, Rules Regulations

Q: There has been confusion on my HOA board regarding when the association can record a lien against a delinquent owner. I thought we could lien after 45 days, but our manager says we must give a warning letter first. Is this correct? (G.M., via e-mail) A: More or...

Statutory and Non-Statutory Reserves in Homeowners’ Associations

Associations, Law, Rules Regulations

Given the fiduciary responsibilities of directors and officers to the members of their homeowners’ association, it is important to understand when reserve funding is mandatory under the Florida Homeowners’ Association Act (Chapter 720, Florida Statutes). Reserve...

The Association’s Responsibility for Wildlife in the Community

Associations, Florida

As Floridians, we are familiar with various types of wildlife surrounding our neighborhoods. As new communities develop and expand into natural habitats throughout the state, interactions between residents and wildlife are increasingly common. Most of the time, these...

Voting Requirements Cause Frustration

Associations, Board of Directors, Meetings, Q&A, Rules Regulations

Q: The condominium documents for my association require that 75% of all members must vote to approve any amendments. The association has trouble even getting a quorum of members to attend meetings. Can the association approve an amendment based on just the vote of...