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“HOA Rulemaking Procedures Questioned” – News-Press

10.20.2024
Joseph E. Adams

Q: Recently, the board of our homeowners’ association amended the community rules without filing the updated document with the county clerk. They only noted the change on our website. Can the board enforce a rule change that wasn’t officially recorded? (E.R., via e-mail) A: Section 720.306(1)(b) of the Florida Homeowners’ […]

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

“New Website Laws on the Horizon” – News-Press

10.06.2024
Joseph E. Adams

Q: Do the new requirements for associations under Chapters 718 and 720 mandate that their websites must have public-facing pages, or is it sufficient for these websites to only have a password-protected area for members to access the required documents? (R.P., via e-mail) A: Section 718.111(12)(g)1. of the Florida Condominium […]

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

Community Update – September 2024

09.30.2024
Joseph E. AdamsJoseph ArenaDonna DiMaggio BergerJamie B. DokovnaMark D. FriedmanNicolas M. JimenezSteven B. LesserJoseph MarkovichJay Roberts

While some areas of the West Coast and Panhandle were fortunate to escape Hurricane Helene’s impact, others were not so lucky. Our thoughts are with everyone affected by the storm, and we want to remind you that we are here to help. Our website contains a wealth of educational information for […]

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

“Delinquent Assessment Rights Discussed” – News-Press

09.29.2024
Joseph E. Adams

Q: I recently reviewed communications from our condominium management regarding penalties for unit owners who fail to pay their maintenance fees. I find the penalties to be insignificant and ineffective. I am frustrated that those who don’t pay their share of our expenses seem unaffected and continue to enjoy amenities, […]

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