community association law Tag

QUESTION: I heard that Community Associations are allowed to vote online for elections. How do we do that? ANSWER: The Florida Law was amended last…

QUESTION: The drone has a camera on it, and we are feeling like our privacy is being invaded. What can we do? ANSWER: Florida drone…

QUESTION: Did the laws change regarding fining procedures?
ANSWER: Yes, the procedures have changed to some extent. The new laws provide that the Board would decide to levy a fine, and send out the notice to the owner or resident, with the language offering fourteen (14) days in which to request a hearing.

Question: Many of our owners are away for the summer, but have furniture and plants on their balconies. Can the Association clear the balconies and patios if there is a hurricane coming?

Answer: Removing an owner’s belongings from the balcony or patio creates some potentially serious liability for the Association, which it does not otherwise have.

Recently, the Tampa Bay Times featured an article regarding homeowners who have abused bankruptcy laws in order to strategically delay foreclosure actions. This is an…

We have our community association manager sign communications as the association’s agent. Did new law change that in any way? Is this still a part…

Many Florida residents are away for the summer, but have furniture and plants on their balconies. Can the Community Association clear the balconies and patios…

What should your community association do to prepare for a hurricane? We already know about the pool furniture and protecting the lobby windows. Take advantage…