Florida House Bill 1203 introduces substantial reforms aimed at increasing transparency and accountability within HOAs. This bill mandates the online posting of governing documents, including covenants, restrictions, and financial records, ensuring that you, as a homeowner, have easy access to critical information.
Any Florida HOA or inium association with 100 or more units must maintain a website or mobile app by January 1, 2025, where homeowners can access essential documents, such as governing rules, meeting minutes, budgets, and insurance policies.
Florida's Child Labor Law were recently updated, effective July 1, 2024, sparking discussions about the potential impact on young workers. House Bill 49 amends Florida's Child Labor Law to lessen some of the restrictions on labor rules for minors 16 and 17 years of age.
Effective October 1, 2024, the bill provides disclosure requirements for the creation of iniums within a portion of a building or within a multiple parcel building.
How do I find my HOA rules and regulations in Florida? Most of the time, you can find the bylaws, rules and regulations for your homeowner association on your county's clerk of courts website. The county your association is located in should have a record of your HOA's governing documents.
Starting a homeowners' association (HOA) is a significant undertaking that can transform a neighborhood into a well-maintained, thriving community. From ensuring compliance with Florida's specific legal requirements to establishing a clear governance structure, the process requires careful planning and execution.
Florida House Bill 1203 introduces substantial reforms aimed at increasing transparency and accountability within HOAs. This bill mandates the online posting of governing documents, including covenants, restrictions, and financial records, ensuring that you, as a homeowner, have easy access to critical information.
17D-3. - Community associations required to register. The name of the community association, which shall include the name registered with the Florida Division of Corporations in addition to any fictitious names that the community association utilizes.
Steps to Start an HOA in Central Florida Form a Founding Committee. Draft the Governing Documents. Register the HOA as a Nonprofit Organization. Create a Budget and Set HOA Fees. Hold an Initial Member Meeting. Elect the Board of Directors. Establish Communication Channels. Develop Policies and Procedures.
Homeowners' associations in Florida can legally enforce the rules and regulations established in their governing documents, which can cover a wide range of issues such as the maintenance and upkeep of parcels, architectural guidelines, the standards for landscaping, pet policies, and more.