Do Not Miss These Deadlines

Budget, Community, Florida, Maintenance, Rules Regulations, Safety

The new law passed by the Legislature, known as “SB 4-D”, became effective May 26, 2022 and contains various important deadlines for compliance. The new law applies to condominiums and cooperatives which are 3 stories or higher. We are most often asked “by when do we...

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...

New Law Addresses Building Safety

Florida, Law, Maintenance, Safety

In a surprise move, the Florida Legislature decided in its pending Special Session to take up the “Surfside legislation” that did not pass during the Regular Session earlier this year. A Bill was adopted unanimously by the Senate on May 24, 2022 by the House on May...

Enforcement of New Structural Safety Law Examined

Florida, Law, Maintenance, Rules Regulations

Q: In a previous column, you mentioned the new statute that deals with building inspections and reserves. I understand the reason for these changes, but do not understand how they are enforced or how extensive they are. Can you comment further on that? (S.S., via...

The Worst Storm Is the Storm You Didn’t Prepare For

Florida, Prepare, Safety

With hurricane season quickly approaching, it is important that you prepare for the worst (and hope for the best)! Hurricane season is June 1 through November 30. This article will provide tips to help prepare your 2022 hurricane preparedness guide, as well as provide...

E-Mail Inspection Rights Questioned

Associations, Community, Florida, Law, Rules Regulations

Q: A member of our homeowners’ association board shared a few e-mails that were sent between board members. In these e-mails, the board members discussed association business, individual homeowners, and how they planned to handle certain decisions. Are these e-mails...