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Regulatory compliance in condo/HOA management: Navigating evolving laws

Condo Control

A good example is the set of laws passed by the state of Florida following the Surfside condominium collapse. Sign up for training or continued education Serving a community requires you to wear many hats. Speaking of laws, some jurisdictions require board members and/or property managers to enroll in educational programs.

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Florida Short-Term Rental Laws 2025: What Property Managers Need to Know

Avantio

License Classifications by Florida DBPR Condominium Unit Single-Dwelling Group or Collective (for multiple units or property portfolios under one operator) Licensing and Regulatory Requirements The license application is completed online through DBPR. Create a DBPR Online Account via the DBPR license portal.

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What Does Balcony Inspection SB326 Mean for HOAs and Community Boards?

American Apartment Owners Association

Passed into law in 2019, this legislation directly addresses the structural integrity of elevated exterior elements—most commonly balconies, decks, walkways, and stairways—used by multiple families in condominium buildings. SB326 applies specifically to: Condominium projects governed by a homeowners association. Why SB326 Was Enacted?

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Florida HOA Laws 2024: Updates And Changes

HOA Managememt

These bills affect both homeowners associations and condominium associations. Education for Directors and Officers New directors must submit a written certification within 90 days of election or appointment. They must also complete a state-approved condominium education course. This certification is valid for four years.

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What happens when there is a change of directors in your condo community?

Condo Control

Youve been elected to serve on the condominium board of directors. Table of contents Training Update records Training At least one province requires directors to complete an educational course in order to maintain their seat on the board. The Canadian Condominium Institute (CCI) has a Condo 101 course led by strata lawyers.

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How a condo/HOA attorney might navigate new Florida laws

Condo Control

Amendments were made in 2024, so now small condominiums with 25 or more units must also have a website. They must certify on a form provided by the DBPR that they have completed the required written certification and educational certificate requirements. Its a practical law, and should make life easier for condo and HOA communities.

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An introduction to exterior condo safety inspections

Condo Control

Condominiums are sometimes praised for their inventive designs. However, structural integrity, an equally attractive trait, probably doesnt get enough attention from condominium communities. If this happens, the entire condominium could be at risk of collapsing. What does the inspection cover?