Q: I am working with the board of directors for my association on publishing an owner directory. However, we are confused on what information the association may publish in the directory. What information are we allowed to include? (W.M., via e-mail)
A: Both the Florida Condominium Act, Chapter 718, Florida Statutes, and the Homeowners’ Association
The 2026 Legislative Session for Florida concluded earlier this year and did not result in significant changes to the community association statutes, Chapter 718, the Florida Condominium Act, Chapter 719, the Florida Cooperative Act, and Chapter 720, the Homeowners’ Association Act. A number of bills were introduced, but those bills were not passed by the
Q: At a recent board of directors meeting the board of my homeowners’ association stated that the next board meeting would not be until later this fall. I was under the impression that the board had to meet at least monthly. What is the rule for frequency of board meetings? (T.Y., via e-mail)
A: For
Q: A husband and wife currently serve on the board of directors of my condominium association. I did not think this was permitted. Are they both allowed to serve on the board? (K.R., via e-mail)
A: Chapter 718, Florida Statutes, the Florida Condominium Act, generally prohibits co-owners of a unit from simultaneously serving on the
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The fastest way to damage trust and delay or derail association operations is to conduct meetings that feel chaotic, secretive, or unsafe. In this episode of Take It To The Board, host Donna DiMaggio Berger is joined by producer Claude Jennings as she walks listeners through
Q: I live in a small condominium association and no one wants to serve on the board. Since we have trouble establishing a board, is having a receiver appointed to run the condominium association an option? (K.F., via e-mail)
A: Chapter 718, Florida Statutes, the Florida Condominium Act, provides a process for the appointment of
Q: My homeowners’ association is looking to impose fines or other penalties against owners who violate the rules. We understand that there are limits on the amount a fine but question whether the board has the authority to impose fines. Can you explain the process for fines? (G.R., via e-mail)
A: For homeowners’ associations, Chapter
Among the multitude of challenges that community association boards and managers face daily, nuisance complaints often present particularly thorny issues. Not every unpleasant situation rises to the level requiring the Association’s intervention and knowing where to draw the line is crucial for effective governance.
At common law, Florida courts have consistently held that a private