Q: Can the board of an association conduct business by e-mail vote between meetings, and then ratify the votes at the next board meeting? (A.Z., via e-mail) A: No. Section 718.112(2)(c) of the Florida Condominium Act and Section 720.303(2)(a) of the Florida Homeowners’ Association Act, both state that directors may […]
Written by: Jose Molinelli, Legislative Intern Cryptocurrencies and digital assets have been a cause of growing fascination and concern since the emergence of large scale cryptocurrency markets in 2010. The lucrative yet volatile nature of cryptocurrencies have made trading them both an attractive and risky business; however, its growing adoption in commerce […]
Becker had the distinct honor of hosting an impactful lunch for Bahamian Prime Minister Philip Davis and Consul General Curt Hollingsworth, commemorating 50 years of Bahamian independence. During this momentous event, we celebrated the achievements of trailblazing Bahamians in the United States and paid homage to the enduring legacy of […]
As mentioned in Part 1, published in last month’s community update, an association can prohibit smoking in the common elements/common areas by adopting a Rule. An association may also want to prevent smoking on balconies and patios. If the balconies and patios are limited common elements, then just like the […]
In 1989, in the wake of a series of serious injuries caused by pit bulls, most notably the mauling of a 7-year-old girl and her mother, Miami-Dade County adopted an ordinance making it illegal for residents to own or keep an American Pit Bull, American Staffordshire Terrier, Staffordshire Bull Terrier, […]
