Q: Am I entitled to ask questions or speak at association meetings if I am attending remotely via an online platform? The application used by my condominium association does not provide a way to ask questions, and I am worried this might be against Florida Statutes. (J.D., via e-mail) A: […]
Q: A member of our condominium association board recently resigned, unexpectedly, part way through the first year of their two-year term. According to our bylaws, a board member appointed to fill a vacancy serves until the next scheduled election. Does the temporary replacement serve only until the next annual meeting, […]
This issue of CUP highlights a range of timely topics for board members and managers. Whether you’re preparing for budget season, considering amending election terms, or navigating disaster recovery and insurance claims, we’ve got something for you. Don’t miss our recent webinar explaining the Corporate Transparency Act and the mandatory reporting requirements for all community...
For those of you who own a condominium unit in a high-rise building, you are keenly aware of the many changes through the years to the fire safety requirements for high-rise buildings. The Condominium Act, in Section 718.112(2)(n), Florida Statutes, currently states that all high-rise buildings had to retrofit with […]
Florida lawmakers revised Chapter 718, Florida’s Condominium Act, once again following the 2024 Legislative Session through House Bill 1021, which was signed by Governor DeSantis and became effective July 1, 2024. One of the most surprising revisions to some, was the addition of criminal penalties for certain conduct in violation […]
