Filters

Community Update – July 2026

07.31.2026

Summer is a busy time for many Florida community associations, making it especially important for boards and managers to stay current on evolving legal and operational issues. In this issue of CUP, we cover affidavit requirements, handling water leaks, and cybersecurity best practices to help associations manage risk. Don’t miss […]

Enterprise AI Is Moving Faster Than Regulation—Becker’s Jon Polenberg Explains What Businesses Should Do Next

07.31.2026

As businesses increasingly integrate artificial intelligence into their operations, they must navigate a rapidly evolving patchwork of state laws and regulatory requirements. In a new article published by TechTarget, Becker Shareholder and Vice Chair of the Business Litigation Practice Group Jon Polenberg explores the widening gap between enterprise AI adoption […]

Condominium Association Preemptive Rights Explained: What is a Right of First Refusal and Is It the Same as a Right of Approval?

07.28.2026

Florida condominiums are often created with provisions granting a right of first refusal (ROFR) and/or a right to approve a future purchaser or occupant within the declaration of condominium. Section 718.104(5), Florida Statutes, provides that the declaration of condominium, as originally recorded or as amended, may include covenants and restrictions […]

The HOA Architectural Control Statute Has Again Been Amended

07.28.2026

The 2026 legislative session did not result in an abundance of legislation amending the statutes governing condominium, cooperative, and homeowners’ associations. One exception is an amendment to Section 720.3035, Florida Statutes, involving architectural control covenants and homeowners’ associations (“HOAs”), which was adopted as part of House Bill 803 (HB 803), […]