Many community associations unwittingly operate contrary to the requirements of Florida law. Those mistakes can prove costly. Pursuant to section 718.501(1)(d)(6), F.S. and Chapter 61B-21 of the Florida Administrative Code, the Division of Florida Condominiums, Timeshare and Mobile Homes (“Division”) sets forth disciplinary guidelines and civil penalties against condominiums and cooperatives for violations of Florida statutes and administrative code in the operation and administration of the association. Effective December 5, 2018, the Division increased the potential civil penalities that can be imposed on condominiums and cooperatives who fail to follow the requirements of F.S. Ch. 718 or Ch. 719, and related administrative rules.     Read the article……………………