Q: My homeowners’ association is looking to impose fines or other penalties against owners who violate the rules. We understand that there are limits on the amount a fine but question whether the board has the authority to impose fines. Can you explain the process for fines? (G.R., via e-mail) […]
Q: I serve on my condominium association’s board of directors and recently, we were informed that the association had been sued by someone regarding an injury that occurred on the condominium property. The board has questions as to what actions it should take to protect the association’s interests. How should […]
Q: As hurricane season is about to start, can you give an overview of the emergency powers that are granted to community associations under Florida law? (B.S., via e-mail) A: In Florida, community associations, including condominium associations, homeowners’ associations, and cooperatives, are granted specific emergency powers by the various statutes […]
Q: I am in the process of selling my condominium unit. What fees or other charges can my condominium association charge in connection with the sale of my unit? (R.B., via e-mail) A: Chapter 718, Florida Statutes, the Condominium Act, provides that a condominium association cannot charge a fee in […]
Q: I own a home in an association and there have been ongoing discussions regarding what type of insurance our homeowners’ association must carry. Our homes are townhouse style with common walls and roofs and there has been confusion as to the type of property insurance policies that the association […]
