Summary of New Condo Association Laws in Effect As of July 1, 2018
There are several new laws that will impact Florida Condominium Associations as of July 1, 2018. Below is a summary of new laws, provided to us by Richard D. DeBoest II, Esq, co-founder and shareholder of the Law Firm of Goede, Adamcyzk, DeBoest & Cross, PLLC: Official Records – 718.111(12)(b)/HB841. Plans, permits, warranties, declaration, articles, […]
Condo Associations and the Struggle with Airbnb and Short Term Rentals
Home-sharing incidents have increased significantly in recent years due to the popularity of websites such as Airbnb.com. For a small fee, these websites connect homeowners with people who want to find a place to stay for one night at a time. Homeowners rent their entire apartment or even a single bedroom therein, for a profit. […]
Why Condominium Boards Should Scrutinize Owners’ “Prescription Pets”
If there is one word that describes the reaction of board members asked to allow “comfort” or “emotional support” animals in communities that otherwise prohibit pets, it is probably, “Ugh!” This is not because association boards are unsympathetic to the needs of residents who have disabilities requiring the assistance comfort animals can provide; it is […]
Property Insurance Claim Denied? Try, Try Again
MAY 29, 2018 by Siegfried, Rivera, Hyman, Lerner, De La Torre, Mars & Sobel, P.A.Article authored by: B. Michael Clark, Jr. and Susan C. Odess After Hurricane Irma made landfall in Florida last year, many property owners were surprised at how unfamiliar they were with the property insurance claim process — mainly because of Florida’s […]
Protecting Your Florida Home: Tips for Snowbirds and Summer Travelers
Whether you are a snowbird heading north in order to avoid Florida’s brutal summer heat or a family getting ready to travel for the summer, there are ways you will want to safeguard your residence before taking off. Florida’s near-tropical summer climate makes humidity control, flood protection and mold and mildew prevention three areas of […]