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“Understanding Rules on Ballots, Proxies and Electronic Submissions” – News-Press

02.01.2026
Joseph E. Adams

Q: I am an owner in a condominium complex in Naples, Florida. I read your recent article about voting by email and I have additional questions about ballots and proxies.  Can ballots and proxies be opened counted in advance of a membership meeting or is an impartial panel required to count […]

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

Community Update – January 2026

01.31.2026
Joseph E. AdamsJoseph ArenaDonna DiMaggio BergerJoAnn Nesta BurnettJames Robert Caves, IIIYeline GoinNicolas M. JimenezMichelle H. KaiserJoseph MarkovichMarty PlattsJay Roberts

This year brings exciting opportunities to learn, connect, and grow together as a community. From best practices in property insurance and guidance on electronic voting, to insights on milestone inspections, Structural Integrity Reserve Studies (SIRS), and updates on HUD’s fair housing rollback, we’re here to support you every step of […]

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

“New Condominium Website Requirements Take Effect” – News-Press

01.25.2026
Joseph E. Adams

Q: As a board member of a condominium association with more than 25 units, I understand that new website requirements for condos took effect in January 2026. Could you please explain what is now required? (J.D., via e-mail) A: Section 718.111(g)1., of the Condominium Act, effective January 1, 2026, lowers […]

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

“Board Authority to Lease Roof Space for Cellular Equipment” – News-Press

01.11.2026
Joseph E. Adams

Q: A cellphone provider recently approached the board of directors at my condominium association with a proposal to lease part of the roof for installing cellular equipment. Does the board have the authority to lease the roof to the cellphone provider? (J.D., via e-mail) A: The board of directors of […]

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