Sep 22, 2020 | Associations, Law, Q&A, Rules Regulations
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 to delete the requirement for “housing for older...
Sep 16, 2020 | Associations, Q&A, Rules Regulations
Q: Does a condominium unit owner have the right to prohibit anyone from parking in his assigned parking space while he or she is residing in their northern home? (J.M., via e-mail) A: It depends. If the parking space is designated by the declaration of condominium as...
Aug 18, 2020 | Board of Directors, Q&A, Residents, Rules Regulations
Q: In a recent column you said a new law passed about “emotional support animals,” which is supposed to cut down on bogus requests. When does this law take effect and what are the details? M.H. A: Senate Bill 1084 did become law. It was signed by Governor DeSantis...
Aug 13, 2020 | Board of Directors, Meetings, Q&A, Rules Regulations
Q: What is the maximum fine an association can impose on an owner for a rule violation? (H.H., via e-mail) A: It depends. Condominium and cooperative fines are capped at $100.00 per day, and further capped at $1,000.00 in the aggregate for continuing violations....
Aug 4, 2020 | Meetings, Q&A, Residents, Rules Regulations
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...
Jul 29, 2020 | Q&A, Residents, Rules Regulations, Safety
Q: My condominium unit has mold as a result of poor original construction in the 1980’s. Under the Florida Condominium Act, is the association responsible for the structural repairs of the damage caused by this mold? (S.S., via e-mail) A: Mold is a symptom of water or...
