The Florida Homeowners' Association Act, Chapter 720 of the Florida Statutes, states that amendments to “governing documents” for homeowners' associations are not effective until they are recorded in the public records of the county in which the community is located.
Copies of the Articles of Incorporation and bylaws of the homeowners association can be obtained from the Florida Department of State, Division of Corporations. Copies of the governing documents may also be obtained directly from the homeowners association.
Once you buy a home that's part of an HOA, you automatically become a member of the HOA. HOA rules are legally binding, and you must adhere to all rules and regulations in the governing document. Yes, there are bylaws that you may not like, but there are no HOA loopholes.
A: In the case that there are no members willing to fill the vacancies on the board of administration for an association, per section 718.112(2)(d)2, Florida Statutes, if all members' terms would otherwise expire, but there are no candidates, the terms of all board members expire at the annual meeting, and such members ...
Keep in mind that anyone can see HOA records that have been filed with the Florida Secretary of State online, which include documents pertaining to the formation of an HOA, financial statements and annual reports, and the records of the dissolution of an HOA.
In general, homeowners can request HOA documents that cover the following: Governing documents, including the CC&Rs, bylaws, articles of incorporation, community plat, and operating rules; All board and membership meeting minutes and notices; Membership lists; All insurance policies of the association;
While the new statute has multiple facets, the most important thing to know is this: The Florida HOA website law requires every HOA in Florida to maintain a website or mobile application. Any association that manages more than 100 parcels must have a website or HOA app where they post certain documents.