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How a condo/HOA attorney might navigate new Florida laws

Condo Control

Find out how an attorney might approach some of the new Florida laws Many owners were excited, or at least optimistic about the possibility of having more freedom and transparency in their neighborhoods. You should always consult with an attorney for advice about specific situations. And its not just HOAs.

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New 2025 condo and HOA laws for U.S. states

Condo Control

Amendments were made in 2024, requiring condominiums with 25 or more units to have a website. HB 1203 makes it clear that HOAs need a website, just like condominium communities. Mandatory reserve fund requirements This news should not come as a surprise to any Florida condominium community. Recent U.S.

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The Corporate Transparency Act – should your association wait to file a report?

Condo Control

Homeowners associations, condominium associations, and housing cooperatives are usually structured as state non-profit corporations and are therefore swept into the BOI reporting requirements. If board members ask a manager or attorney to file on their behalf, then they will need to pay those professionals for their time.

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Reserve study requirements by state

Condo Control

Motivated by the Surfside condo collapse, lawmakers don’t ever want to see another community in the same position as the Miami condominium ended up in. Condominium disclosure statements must include the current balance in reserves, and the most recent reserve study, states Section 81-409.

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Condo Frozen Pipes: Who Should Take Care Of It?

Mem Property Management

DEALING WITH CONDO FROZEN PIPES Every season has its range of weather-specific concerns for property owners and condominium associations. When crafting your amendments, make sure to consult your associations attorney to help with the wording. But, is it your job to fix these pipes? Or, is someone else accountable for them?

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5 HOA Terms Every Board Member Needs to Know

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Always check with an attorney for your state’s specific laws when implementing Rules. Condominium and townhome owners will need to have a personal lines policy (HO-4, HO-5, HO-6, etc.) For instance, if the Declaration says rentals are allowed, the board cannot pass a Rule saying no rentals are allowed.

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5 examples of HOA websites (plus important features)

Condo Control

There are hosting fees and maintenance fees to consider in addition to the initial cost of the site Has the board spoken with an attorney about the website and what information should be gated? How much can the association afford to spend on a website? What are the requirements of the association?