When a water leak occurs, many condominium associations prioritize figuring out who is responsible for the water leak and the resulting damages. However, in most cases, that is the wrong approach when dealing with a water leak. Instead, if a water leak occurs, your condominium association should focus on engaging […]
WHAT HAPPENED: The courts are fond of saying, as the highest court of the state has itself said, a cooperative is a “little hub of democracy.” Well, as we all know, that means a lot of fighting these days. And that is what has been going on with Inwood Tower, […]
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, […]
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 […]
A condominium association may prohibit cigarette smoking in the common elements/common areas by adopting a Rule. An association may also prevent cigarette smoking on a balcony or patio, which are usually limited common elements. If such areas are limited common elements, then, just like with the common elements, the association […]
