Q: I recently read an article you published explaining that if a majority of votes are required to approve a material change at a condominium that a non-vote is considered a “no” vote. In 2026 is a non-vote at a condominium still considered a “no” vote? (K.D., via e-mail) A: […]
The 2015 legislative session introduced electronic voting for condominiums, cooperatives, and homeowners’ associations. Then, in the spring of 2016, the Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) adopted administrative regulations to implement the new electronic voting statutes for community associations. However, now, more than ten years later, associations are still […]
For more episodes of Take It To The Board, click here! The hardest part of running a community association right now is that the bills are getting bigger while the margin for error is getting smaller. Insurance costs keep climbing, buildings are aging, milestone inspections and reserve funding expectations persist, […]
Spring is here, bringing fresh opportunities and key insights to help your community thrive. This issue of CUP will help your community association navigate special assessment funds, restrict rentals, update your governing documents, and clear up misconceptions about limited common elements. Also featured this month: how podcasting made Donna DiMaggio […]
Q: Can you please explain what a board meeting is? We have a seven-member board at my condominium association. I recently learned that three of the directors routinely meet in private to discuss association business. These meetings are not noticed, and members have not been permitted to attend. This seems […]
