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“Understanding Insurance Obligations for Florida Homeowners’ Associations” – News-Press

05.03.2026
Joseph E. Adams

Q: I own a home in an association and there have been ongoing discussions regarding what type of insurance our homeowners’ association must carry. Our homes are townhouse style with common walls and roofs and there has been confusion as to the type of property insurance policies that the association […]

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

Community Update – April 2026

04.30.2026
Joseph E. AdamsJoseph ArenaDonna DiMaggio BergerS. David CooperYeline GoinMary R. HawkJake HerrelFlorence KingJoseph MarkovichMarty PlattsJonathan R. Zim

With the spring season in full swing, it’s a great time for condominium and HOA boards to stay focused and on track. In this issue of CUP, we cover what belongs in meeting minutes, offer practical guidance for depositions, and share important reminders about board recalls to help your association […]

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

Florida House Bill 399 Becomes Law: What It Means for Local Governments and Development

04.27.2026
Kathleen “Katie” O. Berkey, AICP

On March 27, 2026, Governor Ron DeSantis signed Florida HB 399 into law (Chapter 2026‑7, Laws of Florida, with various provisions taking effect on different dates), enacting some of the most consequential changes to Florida’s land use and development framework in recent years. The Bill narrows local government discretion over […]

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