The House The House is back in session today following a two-week absence. While the House is currently only scheduled to be in session for the next two weeks, Members are being advised that the start of August recess may be delayed by a week as the House has a […]
Q: In a recent column you said a new law passed about “emotional support animals,” which is supposed to cut down on bogus requests. When does this law take effect and what are the details? M.H. A: Senate Bill 1084 did become law. It was signed by Governor DeSantis on […]
Becker Shareholder Donna DiMaggio Berger appeared as a panelist in a Virtual Town Hall sponsored by FirstService Residential. The Town Hall was titled, “Move Forward? Slow Down? Shut Down? COVID-19: What’s Next for Florida Communities.” With Florida moving through phased reopening in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic – as […]
Q: My condominium unit has mold as a result of poor original construction in the 1980’s. Under the Florida Condominium Act, is the association responsible for the structural repairs of the damage caused by this mold? (S.S., via e-mail) A: Mold is a symptom of water or excess moisture being […]
With the legislative session closed and the deadline expired for Governor DeSantis to veto Florida House or Senate bills, we now know the laws that will affect community associations. Below is a summary of some of these new laws impacting Florida community associations. Our forthcoming Legislative Guidebook will contain a […]
