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Can Anything Be Done About Solar Panels?

08.30.2023
Michael O. Dermody

If you are living in a homeowners association you probably know that the Association cannot prohibit the installation of solar panels (or “solar collectors”). But what about a request to install such devices on the roof of a condominium? Section 163.04, Florida Statutes, provides: A deed restriction, covenant, declaration, or […]

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

“Legislature Limits HOA Rental Amendments” – News-Press

08.20.2023
Joseph E. Adams

Q: Is a homeowners’ association permitted to adopt amendments changing the leasing rights of owners in the community? I was recently told that the statute was changed, and rental restriction amendments are no longer permitted. Is this correct? (W.K., via e-mail) A: Not exactly. Chapter 720 of the Florida Statutes […]

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

“Ranking Organizations Should Consider Board Certification as a Factor When Rating Lawyers in Practice Areas” – The Florida Bar News & Journal

08.10.2023
Steven B. Lesser

For decades, established organizations such as Chambers and Partners, Best Lawyers, Super Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell, Avvo, and others have ranked lawyers in specialty areas after performing research, soliciting peer review, interviewing with potential lawyer candidates and in some instances speaking to their clients. At the same time, other organizations provide lawyer […]

Areas of Focus: Construction Law & Litigation