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New Conflict-of-Interest Rules Under HB 797 Raise the Stakes for Association Directors

07.27.2026
Bryony G. Swift

Florida House Bill 797 (2026) significantly revises Section 617.0832 of the Florida Statutes, creating a modernized framework for addressing director conflict-of-interest transactions. For condominium and homeowners’ associations, these changes are particularly important because Sections 718.3027 and 720.3033 expressly require association boards to comply with Chapter 617’s...

Areas of Focus: Condo, Co-Op & HOA, Florida Community Association

What Florida HB 803 (2026) Means for Municipalities, Counties, and Developers in Florida

07.17.2026
Kathleen “Katie” O. Berkey, AICP

On May 6, 2026, the Governor signed House Bill 803 (2026) into law and it took effect on July 1, 2026. It amended Section 533.791, Florida Statutes, regarding permit review timelines, the role of private providers (i.e., a licensed engineer, architect, or building code administrator authorized under Section 553.791, Florida […]

Areas of Focus: Government Law & Lobbying, Florida Legislative Lobbying

Florida HB 1389 (2026): The Latest Evolution of the Live Local Act

06.30.2026
Kathleen “Katie” O. Berkey, AICP

Florida continues to refine its approach to addressing the state’s housing affordability challenges. On June 26, 2026, the Governor signed House Bill 1389 (2026), the latest revision to the Live Local Act, into law, and it will take effect on July 1, 2026. With the passage of House Bill 1389, […]

Areas of Focus: Government Law & Lobbying, Florida Legislative Lobbying

Florida’s Infill Redevelopment Act (SB 1434): New Opportunities for Urban Residential Development

06.30.2026
Kathleen “Katie” O. Berkey, AICP

On May 21, 2026, Governor Ron DeSantis signed Senate Bill 1434 (2026), known as the “Infill Redevelopment Act” or “FIRA” into law, creating a new statewide framework intended to accelerate residential development on certain environmentally impacted properties in Florida’s urbanized counties. The law became effective immediately upon signing and was […]

Areas of Focus: Government Law & Lobbying, Florida Legislative Lobbying