Q: I recently read an article you published explaining that if a majority of votes are required to approve a material change at a condominium that a non-vote is considered a “no” vote. In 2026 is a non-vote at a condominium still considered a “no” vote? (K.D., via e-mail) A: […]
The 2015 legislative session introduced electronic voting for condominiums, cooperatives, and homeowners’ associations. Then, in the spring of 2016, the Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) adopted administrative regulations to implement the new electronic voting statutes for community associations. However, now, more than ten years later, associations are still […]
Q: Can you please explain what a board meeting is? We have a seven-member board at my condominium association. I recently learned that three of the directors routinely meet in private to discuss association business. These meetings are not noticed, and members have not been permitted to attend. This seems […]
You should always consult your legal counsel when dealing with the limited common elements of your condominium association because, chances are you hold some misconceptions about that they are or how to identify them. After all, correctly determining whether certain property is part of a unit, the common elements, or […]
Q: Last year my condominium association levied a special assessment to fund a project to remodel the building’s lobby. The project is now complete and there is a significant amount of money left over. So, questions are arising as to how the association should handle the surplus funds. What does […]
