Community Update – April 2025
Spring is in full bloom, and with it comes a season of fresh starts and new opportunities. In this issue of CUP, we’re focusing on everything board members need to know. From educational requirements and document management to maintenance and repair provisions, we’ve got you covered. Don’t miss Becker’s newly redesigned website that features streamlined resources tailored to you!
Low voter turnout can make it difficult to move forward with measures and projects that will help modernize the way your community operates, or even how it looks. Jennifer Biletnikoff highlights practical strategies—like clear communication, owner engagement, and flexible voting methods—to help boost member participation in, “Maximizing Owner Votes: Practical Solutions for Turning Around Voter Apathy.”
Section 768.0706, Florida Statutes, provides a legal framework for the “owner or principal operator” of a multifamily residential property to obtain a presumption against liability for criminal acts committed by third parties on their premises. Due to ambiguities in the statute’s language, Joseph Markovich emphasizes the importance of consulting legal and insurance professionals in, “What the Security Statute Means for Condo Associations.”
2024 has come and gone, and with the new statutes, the Legislature has doubled down on eliminating misconduct in association operations. The new criminal penalties target issues of transparency, financial mismanagement, and election integrity. S. David Cooper explores these key areas in, “Navigating New Criminal Penalties in Florida’s Association Law.”
Associations should ensure that restrictions are unambiguous and interpreted in line with the community’s intent. Joseph Markovich explains the importance of clear architectural guidelines and consistent enforcement in, “THIS CASE: Eastpointe Property Owners’ Assoc. v. Cohen.”
For more information on ensuring safety in your community association, check out this episode of Take It To The Board!
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