Florida condominium board members are responsible for a mind-boggling number of activities that must be performed according to the rules set forth in the Condominium Act, Florida Statute 718 . It’s all too easy to make an error, and there are always a few owners who seem poised to find a reason to criticize the board members, who are after all working in good faith and on a volunteer basis. A meeting notice posted an hour later than required is not likely to cause more than

Since the landmark legislation of July 1, 2024, Florida Homeowners' Associations (HOAs) have been operating under significantly stricter regulations. For boards and Community Association Managers (CAMs) in 2026, these "new" laws are now the standard for daily operations. Failure to comply with these provisions—specifically House Bill 1203 and updates to Chapter 720 —can now result in severe penalties, including criminal charges for board members. This guide summarizes the cur

Following the sweeping legislation of 2024 (specifically House Bill 1021 ), Florida Condominium Associations have entered a new era of strict regulatory oversight. For boards and managers in 2026, the "transitional" phase is over. These laws are now the standard operating procedure. Unlike Homeowners' Associations (governed by Chapter 720), Condominium Associations (Chapter 718) face unique challenges regarding structural safety and stricter criminal penalties for board malfe

There is some confusion about the differences between a condominium, a homeowners’ association, and a cooperative. Residents of these communities use the terms “homeowners” or “property owners” to describe themselves as a group. If you live in one of these types of communities, it’s important to understand the key differences between the three. This is especially true if you will be serving your community and need to take a condominium, co-op or HOA board member certification

It can be a wonderful experience being on the board of a condo or homeowner’s association. Many members really enjoy the experience of being active in their community, guiding neighbors regarding association matters, and getting to know the members of their community better. Board members generally take their positions seriously, and truly want to do the best job possible. The fact is that being a board member can be very challenging, and it can be all too easy to make mistak

The HOA board manages the community in accordance with the law and the HOA’s bylaws. Meeting the Florida HOA board member requirements can..

Q : I was recently elected to the board in my community association and I was told that I must take a class or online course to become certified. Is this certification course required, and is it beneficial? A : Yes, Florida Statutes provides that newly elected directors in condominium (condo), homeowners associations (HOAs), and cooperative (coop) associations must complete a four-hour state-approved educational curriculum within 90 days of election or appointment. Existing