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Preliminary Injunction Entered Against Enforcement of the CTA – What Does it Mean? December 7, 2024
On December 3, 2024, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas, Sherman Division, issued an Order granting a preliminary injunction barring the federal government from enforcing the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) and its reporting requirements. In doing so, the Court ruled that Reporting Companies do not need to comply with the CTA’s January 1, 2025 initial Beneficial Ownership Information Report (BOIR) filing deadline. For reference, the case is styled: Texas Top Cop Shop, Inc. v. Garland, No. ...
Hollywood condo owners ask lawmakers for help with nearly $60M special assessment (FL) December 7, 2024
Owners in one Hollywood condo community are asking state lawmakers for help after learning of a nearly $60 million special assessment just a year or two after going through extensive structural repairs. State Senators Jason Pizzo and Jennifer Bradley came to The Summit condo Friday and had some questions of their own about some of the proposed projects. Read the article…………………………….
Court decision hurts Florida condo owners wishing to sell | Opinion December 7, 2024
Since the collapse of the Champlain Towers South three years ago, Florida has been scrambling to prevent another tragedy, instituting new laws and regulations to ensure condo building safety. With critical deadlines coming at the end of this year, condo owners are facing dramatically and unexpected increased costs and the potential of having to leave their homes — but indecision from the Third District Court of Appeal over a key case is creating a market standstill, and threatening the homes ...
Florida’s Condo Crisis: Gridlocked Bipartisan Effort Fails To Find Any Solutions As Crisis Worsens December 6, 2024
Rising HOA fees and special assessments force condo owners to sell at a loss due to insurance costs and new “full reserves” laws. The state legislature remains inactive, and thousands could lose their homes as the condo market collapses. Read the article…………………………….
Condo assessment deadline (FL) December 6, 2024
The clock is ticking for condominiums across Florida as the deadline to perform building assessments on older properties is approaching. Video news report……………………..
Buying a Sarasota condo near the water was my dream. But now it’s my nightmare. | Opinion December 5, 2024
When I reached the difficult decision to sell my beloved cottage on Lido Key two years ago due to the encroachment of “hotel houses” on all sides, I was persuaded that moving to a condominium – smaller and with no yard to maintain – would simplify my life and leave me more time for the things I love. Read the article…………………………….
Condo assessment deadline: Why many residents could be ‘pushed out’ (FL) December 5, 2024
The clock is ticking for condominiums across Florida as the deadline to perform building assessments on older properties is approaching. Following the Surfside condo collapse in 2021 that killed 98 people, Florida lawmakers passed legislation that mandated inspections of aging condos that are at least 30 years old. The Dec. 31 deadline is already costing some condo associations thousands — if not millions — of dollars in fees. Read the article…………………………….
Former Russian Official Alleges Fraud in Miami Real Estate Dispute Over Trump Palace Condo (FL) December 5, 2024
Igor Zorin, a former Russian government official, and Trump Palace 5507, represented by David E. Wolff with Wolff Law, filed a suit in Miami Dade Circuit Court against Svyatoslav Mangushev, a real estate investor with ties to Russian intelligence forces…….He said that if he failed to pay the full balance of $2.3 million in cash by that date, Zorin would be released from any obligation to sell Trump Palace 5507 to Mangushev. Read the article…………………………….
Palm Beach County Commission calls for immediate special session on condo assessment deadline (FL) December 5, 2024
The clock is ticking for condominiums across Florida as the deadline to perform building assessments on older properties is approaching. Following the Surfside condo collapse in 2021 that killed 98 people, Florida lawmakers passed legislation that mandated inspections of aging condos that are at least 30 years old. Read the article…………………………….
Bipartisan summit tackles Florida condo crisis, warns payment deadlines will remain December 4, 2024
Experts and state senators from both parties gathered to tackle rising costs — but warned there is no silver bullet. Senate Democratic Leader Jason Pizzo underlined that owners could shoulder some of the blame for the state of affairs. Read the article…………………………….
Condo deadline looms: Owners must confront years of neglect (FL) December 4, 2024
The condo conundrum continues as the December 31st inspection deadline is only a few weeks away. State lawmakers promise action on the issue next session, but the clock is ticking. State leaders at the capitol in Tallahassee urge patience, while experts say owners have been ignoring maintenance of their own properties for years and need to face accountability. Read the article…………………………….
Beachside bliss to financial abyss: Florida condo owners face a crisis December 4, 2024
The allure of Florida’s coastline is undeniable. For many, owning a beachside condo represents the American dream — mornings filled with the sounds of the ocean, picturesque views of palm trees and pristine sands, and the serene beauty of moonlit waves. However, for a growing number of Floridians, this dream is turning into a financial nightmare Read the article…………………………….

Florida Condominium & Homeowner Association News Archives

Florida Condominium & Homeowner Association Articles

An Association Must be Aware of its Access Rights
From time to time, an association will be confronted with the need to go into or onto an owner’s property for the purpose of undertaking required maintenance as may be authorized by the governing documents. In some instances, the association, in order to prevent further damage to other property, may need to go into a unit to remediate mold or other water damage when the owner is unavailable or refuses to provide access to the association. Read the article…………………………….
The Three Key Elements of Properly Noticing a Special Assessment Meeting (FL)
Special assessments are becoming more and more common in community associations. As the frequency of special assessments increases, so does the possibility of delinquencies in payment of the special assessments. A crucial element of collection of a delinquent special assessment is proving that the special assessment was properly adopted at a properly noticed board meeting. There are three key elements to properly noticing a special assessment meeting and which must be strictly followed to ensure collectability of the special assessment. ...
Conflict of Interest Laws and Your Condominium Association (FL)
Amid rising costs and scrutiny of the operations of condominium associations across the state, your condominium association has likely placed an emphasis on doing business with people and companies it can trust. After all, wouldn’t you prefer that in your own business dealings? Read the article…………………………….
When Disaster Strikes Your Community Association: Education and Best Practices
A wide range of disasters affect a community association’s property, infrastructure, financial stability, and the safety of its residents. Natural disasters that can impact condominium, homeowner (HOA) and townhome community associations include fire, hurricanes, tornados, earthquakes, flooding, wildfires, landslides, and storms. Negligence and accidents can also create or contribute to a disastrous consequence. Read the article…………………………….
Milestone Inspections 101: Going the Extra Mile for Structural Soundness (FL)
In June 2021, a residential tower in Surfside, Florida, collapsed—killing nearly 100 people. While research into the sudden catastrophic collapse is ongoing, investigators from the National Institute of Standards and Technology have hypothesized a lack of adherence to building codes as a contributing factor for the collapse—identifying likely design flaws, improper material usage, added structural stress from additions to the building, and insufficient maintenance of structural components and systems. Read the article…………………………….
Successful Social Programming: The Value of Building Relationships
Fostering a sense of community in multifamily buildings and HOAs is essential—not only for the health and happiness of residents, but also for the overall well-being of the property itself. As we navigate our fast-paced, post-pandemic world, nurturing relationships has become vital. Creating connections through social programming helps engage residents, enhances their day-to-day living experience, and can even increase property values. Read the article…………………………….
The President’s Role Communication, Leadership, & Commitment
What is the role of a board president in a shared-interest community? Is he or she more like a CEO, an administrative custodian, or a figurehead? Depending on the community and the needs and expectations of its members, the answer could be a combination of all three in different measures. Regardless, leading a community of residents with diverse needs and opinions is mostly a balancing act, and not for the faint of heart. To be done well, the job requires ...
Exterior Safety Inspections Why You Need Them, & When to Do Them (FL)
It’s a rare but awful occurrence: someone passing by a multistory building, minding their business as they go about their day, is struck by something—a brick, a chunk of masonry, or some other piece of building material—falling from the facade above them. These incidents are always terrifying; sometimes they’re deadly. And in addition to the obvious danger they pose to public safety, facade problems also represent a major liability for the building involved, if an incident is deemed to be ...
Multifamily Fire Safety: Prevention, Detection, & Communication
Among the many hazards that can threaten any multifamily building, fire ranks right at the top. Local news is replete with stories about the property loss, structural damage, and even death that a fire can cause. While horrific in small properties, fire can be even more dangerous in multifamily buildings. Read the article…………………………….
Bank Commitment Letter Pitfalls for Condominiums (FL)
When a condominium association is seeking to obtain a loan, too often the board is signing the Bank’s commitment letter before having that document reviewed by legal counsel. While some banks will permit the association to amend the commitment letter after the fact, through revisions to the loan documents, others will not permit that to occur. Read the article…………………………….

Florida Article Archives

Florida Laws

The Condominium Act, Chapter 718, F.S.

The Cooperative Act, Chapter 719, F.S.

The Florida Mobile Home Act, Chapter 723, F.S.

The Florida Vacation Plan and Timesharing Act, Chapter 721, F.S.

Homeowners’ Associations, Chapter 720, F.S. (jurisdiction limited to arbitration of election and recall disputes)

Community Association Management

Condominiums and Cooperatives – Building Reporting

Senate Bill SB4D requires all condominium and cooperative associations with buildings 3 stories or higher to report the following information to the Division of Florida Condominium, Timeshares and Mobile Homes on or before January 1, 2023.

Milestone Inspections

DPBR: you’ll find information about milestone inspections and structural integrity reserve studies required by Florida Law.

My Safe Florida Condo Pilot Program

The My Safe Florida Condo Pilot Program was enacted during the 2024 Legislative Session. It provides eligible condominium associations with resources to strengthen their properties against hurricane winds. Through free inspections and grant funding, the pilot program supports wind mitigation improvements.The Pilot Program strengthens properties against hurricane damage and potentially lowers insurance premiums.

Florida Condominium & Homeowner Association Resources

Condominium Associations

The mission of the Division of Florida Condominiums, Timeshares and Mobile Homes is to provide consumer protection for Florida residents living in the communities we regulate through education, complaint resolution, mediation and arbitration, and developer disclosure.

Homeowners’ Associations

The division has authority to arbitrate election and recall disputes under Chapter 720, Florida Statutes. However, the division does not have authority to investigate complaints under Chapter 720, Florida Statutes.

Arbitration

The Laws

Homeowner Association

Division of Florida Condominiums, Timeshares, and Mobile Homes The mission is to provide consumer protection for Florida residents living in the communities we regulate through education, complaint resolution, mediation and arbitration, and developer disclosure.

CAM License Search/Check

City of Miami HOA Contacts: Certain applications (such a special events & temporary use permits) require you to send letters to Homeowner Association (HOA) Lists. Click here for the list. These are organized by district.

Community Association Networking Group

C.A.N. provides monthly educational seminars for association managers & board members, no membership required! Our mission is to offer the most current information available covering the topics that matter to you, delivered by top professionals in their field! What makes C.A.N. different is the delivery of our presentations. We provide several professionals to cover each topic, so that you receive interactive information, from every angle. In addition, we set aside time for your individual questions at every meeting. At Community Association Network, we made the conscience decision to limit the number of service providers who attend and sponsor our meetings, so that our audience can focus on receiving the information they need. Best of all, every event is held at a beautiful location, includes a full breakfast or lunch and PARTICIPATION IS ALWAYS FREE! Come and join us for our monthly breakfast or lunch meetings! RSVP on the Events page.

Community Association Institute Chapters

CAI – Gold Coast Chapter –

CAI – North Gulf Coast Chapter –

CAI –South Gulf Coast Chapter

CAI – Central Florida Chapter

CAI – Southeast Florida Chapter

CAI – Suncoast Chapter

CAI – West Florida Chapter

Community Advocacy Network – Florida The Community Advocacy Network (CAN) is the leading statewide advocacy network dedicated to promoting positive community association legislation while advising legislators to resist the urge to micromanage and over-regulate private residential communities. .

Broward Coalition of Condominiums, Homeowner Associations and Community Organizations, Inc. – For over thirty years, the Broward Coalition has successfully worked to bring Condominium and Homeowner Associations from Broward, Palm Beach, and Miami-Dade counties together for updated information and education. Our voices and concerns are well known in the three counties, and Governor’s office, throughout the State of Florida and up to the halls of Congress. Many of our members include leaders of the Communities, Elected Officials and Corporate Business Partners.

Cyber Citizens for Justice was founded to unite Floridians in their quest to improve the daily lives of citizens in our State. We are seeking to present citizens’ interest in Florida through advocacy, education and legislative reform.

Tri-County Communities Association – Tri County Communities Association holds educational seminars monthly from January through April for community association and management company members.

Community Association Managers of Marco Island – The Community Association Managers of Marco Island is dedicated to furthering the profession of community association management through education and networking

Kendall Federation of Homeowner Associations, Inc. – The purpose of the Kendall Federation of Homeowner Associations, Inc. shall be to promote the general welfare of the Kendall Community by identifying and addressing quality of life issues and matters of concern through a Federation of Homeowner Associations. The Human Equation’s

Condo Craze & HOA’s radio show on WFTL AM850 Sunday’s at noon (also streamed live)

Downtown Sarasota Condominium Association

Key Biscayne Condominium President’s Council