Florida Articles

Crucial 40-Year Recertification Repairs Continue At Miami Condo, Judge Rules (FL)

“The association is doing what it has to do, not only for Florida law, but also to make its building…

1 year ago

When You Can’t Just Walk Away

Afew weeks ago, I wrote a column about what Board members should do when they are confronted with a person…

1 year ago

The Ties That Bind — Like it or Not: A Primer on Homeowners’ Associations in Florida

Well-manicured lawns, beautiful entranceways, uniformity of appearance, security cameras, and clutter- free home exteriors are but a few of the…

1 year ago

Is There Liability for Dangerous Wild Animals in Your Community? (FL)

With the ever-increasing development in Florida, especially in South Florida, we are once again reminded that we live in close…

1 year ago

Here are some important takeaways from recent appellate ruling over dispute at Hollywood condo (FL)

A recent decision over a dispute at the Hollywood Station Condominium by Florida’s Fourth District Court of Appeal illustrates one…

1 year ago

Associations May Now Have Broader Standing to Pursue Construction Defects Claims (FL)

When your community needs to pursue a claim for construction defects, your community must have a stake in the outcome…

1 year ago

Does Your Association Allow You to Use the Clubhouse for Political Events? (FL)

Florida Statutes allow the Condominium unit owners to use the common elements for the purposes for which the common elements…

1 year ago

New Laws Regarding Emotional Support Animals (FL)

Nothing evokes more of an “emotional” response than the issue of emotional support animals in a no-pet community. While this…

1 year ago

Community Associations Should Take Proactive Approach to Maintaining Communications Channels with Non-Resident Owners (FL)

South Florida’s robust housing market attracts buyers from across the globe. Many of the area’s priciest and most luxurious enclaves…

1 year ago

Boca Condo Offers Case Study in Pitfalls of Prolonged Litigation for Associations, Owners (FL)

This latest of several articles by the newspaper on Boca View’s litigation chronicles how unit owner Eleanor Lepselter is now…

1 year ago