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.
In some states, such as California, HOA bylaws are considered public record and must be made available upon request.
Generally, it is the laws that were in effect at the time the HOA documents were recorded. Your HOA documents are contracts between the HOA and its members so new laws cannot, generally, be applied retroactively to override them.
Ron DeSantis recently signed into law House Bill 1203 which adopted broad changes for homeowners associations throughout the state. Effective July 1, 2024, House Bill 1203 provides a comprehensive overhaul of many issues affecting HOAs, including director education, records maintenance, meeting requirements and fines.
Articles of Incorporation They must include basic information such as the name of the association, its purpose, and the initial office location. ing to Florida law, after October 1, 1995, all associations must be incorporated, and their governing documents must be recorded in the county records.
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.
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.
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.
In Florida, the statute of limitations for breach of contract (such as violating your HOA covenants) is five years. The time period within which the HOA could enforce the covenant has expired, at least as it pertains to those patios that were built more than five years ago.
(2)(a) Any homeowner may display one portable, removable United States flag or official flag of the State of Florida in a respectful manner, and one portable, removable official flag, in a respectful manner, not larger than 41/2 feet by 6 feet, which represents the United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or ...