Q: What is the penalty, if any, for a Florida condo association that refuses to adopt hurricane protection specifications? We have none and there is no interest in doing so. Seems to fall into “they won’t find out about us.” (D.N., via e-mail) A: The Florida Condominium Act was amended […]
Q: What are the powers and duties of a condominium association in Florida regarding unit repair and reconstruction to treat mold after a hurricane? (L.N., via e-mail) A: Like many legal issues, “it depends.” Mold has been a scary word in association operations over the past couple of decades, primarily […]
Q: My condominium association is considering implementing a new rule. They are unsure if the new rule can be applied retroactively to violators who broke the rule before it was enacted. If the board decides to enforce this rule, would they need to amend the bylaws, or can they implement […]
The start of a new year brings fresh opportunities, exciting projects, and a chance to reflect on our collective achievements. In this issue, we look back at the year’s most popular reads and share helpful tips on Florida’s condo deadline. We also pass the torch to new CUP editors, Yeline […]
Q: At the recent annual meeting of our condominium association, the president asked at the end of the meeting if there was any “new business.” I raised my hand and made a motion to appoint a committee to audit the insurance income and expenditures from Hurricane Ian. The president told […]
