Certain contracts entered into by condominium, cooperative and homeowners’ associations require competitive bidding. These requirements are found in Section 718.3026 of Florida’s Condominium Act, Section 719.3026 of Florida’s Cooperative Act, and Section 720.3055 of Florida’s Homeowners’ Association Act (collectively the “Acts”).
Associations in Florida must follow strict legal requirements to safeguard against liability and administrative penalties. Pursuant to Section 399.02(5)(b), Florida Statutes, associations are responsible for elevator safety and maintenance after inspection and certification, even if they outsource maintenance services. This includes not only standard elevators but also escalators, dumbwaiters,...
Electric Vehicles (EV) continue to become more commonplace on our Florida streets. This increase of EVs has also led to an increase in the need for EV Charging Stations (EVCS). In addition to the public EVCS we see in mall parking lots and other public parking stations, owners of EVs […]
With spring around the corner, we’re reminded that this is a time of growth and change. This issue of CUP offers practical guidance on how your association can move forward in the new season. Our featured articles explore various topics, such as voting terminology, understanding the new laws for board members, and adopting […]
In a few short months, the 2025 hurricane season will be upon us, and it is important to start planning ahead. For many years, the Condominium Act provided that each board of a residential condominium was required to adopt hurricane “shutter” specifications including color, style, and other factors deemed relevant […]
