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“Neighbor Cries ‘Fowl’ Over Chicken Ban” – News-Press

04.21.2024
Joseph E. Adams

Q: My homeowners association inconsistently enforces its rules. Rules often overlooked include bans regarding permissible animals and owning chickens on the property – none of which have been properly enforced. The association issued a new owner a violation notice, even though other homeowners have been keeping chickens. Does this set […]

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

Crafting and Protecting Your Community’s Trademark with Becker’s Valeria Angelucci

04.10.2024
Valeria AngelucciDonna DiMaggio Berger

For more episodes of Take It To The Board, click here! Has your association ever faced the challenge of a shadow website or social media page imitating your own? Have you discovered your community’s name being used by a business entity without permission? Host Donna DiMaggio Berger, along with guest Valeria Angelucci from […]

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

“‘Estoppel Certificates’ and Other Disclosures Explained” – News-Press

04.07.2024
Joseph E. Adams

Q: I am in the process of selling my condominium unit and recently come across the term “estoppel certificate,” but I’m not quite sure what it means. Could you provide an explanation on exactly what kind of information is included on an estoppel certificate and just how much it typically […]

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

“Video Cameras—for Surveillance Purposes Only” – Florida Community Association Journal

04.04.2024
Kevin L. Edwards

Many associations have installed video surveillance cameras within the community common areas as a means to provide security for their residents. However, good intentions often lead to unanticipated consequences. In fact the use of video cameras may expose an association to liability. Generally, an association is not a guarantor or […]

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

A Message From Becker’s Miami Office

04.01.2024
Jose Luis BaloyraRosa M. de la CamaraLilliana M. Farinas-SabogalMichael C. GóngoraNicolas M. JimenezDavid H. Rogel

There are several significant changes occurring at both the state and county levels that we want to ensure you are aware of, particularly regarding Community Association Law. Keeping abreast of these developments is crucial for staying compliant and informed when managing a condominium or homeowners’ association. Among these changes are: […]

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