2013 June
Focus on... Law & Legislation

 Community associations would be authorized to install hurricane-proof doors,  delay elevator upgrades, deny to delinquent owners the use of certain amenities  and services, and allow more lenient access to records; streamline foreclosure …

While some condos and HOAs have a lawyer present on its board, the majority of boards don’t have a legal expert and often reach out to their lawyer to answer questions, vet documents, send the occasional stern letter to a contractor or …

 Lawsuits are usually not an association’s go-to method for dispute resolution. Expensive and time-consuming, they can  quickly turn into a financial burden and may create strained relations in the  community. Unfortunately, in some cases …

 For South Floridians, it isn’t news that hurricanes are a fact of life. Powerful storms have caused property  damage and, sadly, many deaths with frightening regularity—including the 1919 hurricane in Key West that killed more than 800 pe…

 Known for its pristine white sand beaches, deep-sea fishing and golf courses,  Fort Myers is quickly becoming one of South Florida's go-to destinations for  those seeking a spot that offers as much recreational activities as it does  hist…

Q We have been having problems with our upstairs neighbors. Right above us, they  seem to be playing musical chairs all evening long. Needless to say, it’s totally nerve-wracking trying to sit and converse or watch TV. We have had  words …

Q We have a small condo association and it is difficult, as I assume it is for  most, to get people to serve on our board. The idea came up to have one person  serve as the treasurer/secretary. In Florida is this legal? Is it something  t…