Community Update – May 2026
As summer approaches, community associations should prioritize proactive maintenance, emergency preparedness, and effective operational planning. From hurricane readiness and managing conflict within communities to understanding insurance obligations for HOAs, this issue of CUP offers something for everyone. Plus, don’t miss Becker’s featured podcast on managing not just your day, but your overall association operations, with organizational strategist Dr. Edward Gurowitz.
Not every unpleasant situation in a community association rises to the level of a legal nuisance. Joseph Markovich explains how Florida courts evaluate nuisance claims, the role governing documents play in enforcement, and why community living often requires balancing individual rights with the peace and harmony of the association in “How Would a Court Determine if Something Is a Nuisance?”
Subrogation is a legal concept that frequently arises in community association operations, particularly in the context of property damage claims. While the term may sound technical, the underlying principle is straightforward and important for board members to understand. Jonathan R. Zim highlights everything you need to know in “Subrogation Explained for Board Members.”
Michelle H. Kaiser explains four essential items every condominium association should have prepared for a successful election, from owner lists and voting materials to tally sheets and basic office supplies. Help your board stay organized and compliant during election season in this practical video, “4 Things You Need to Have Available at Your Condo Election.”
Ratification of corporate actions is at the center of THIS CASE. Jay Roberts explains how boards may be able to correct certain procedural mistakes through proper ratification and highlights the importance of consulting legal counsel when procedural issues arise in “THIS CASE: Wimbledon Townhouse Condominium I Association, Inc. v. Wolfson.”
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