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2024 New Miscellaneous Laws for Community Associations

In this article:

  • Community Association Manager Requirements
  • My Safe Florida Program

HB 1021, HB 1203, and HB 1029, effective July 1, 2024

Community Association Manager Requirements

CAMs must turn over all official records to the association within 20 business days after receipt of written notice of termination of their contract or a written request for return of the records, whichever occurs first.Depending on the circumstances, failure to comply with this requirement could result in a $1,000 per day fine for up to 10 days and suspension of licensure.§468.4334(3), Florida Statutes.

For homeowners' associations, CAMs must attend at least 1 member or board meeting annually; provide contact information and office hours; and provide a summary of the duties for which they are responsible.All of this information must be posted on the association's website.CAMs must also update this information to the association and its members within 14 business days after any changes.§468.4334(3), Florida Statutes.

CAMs have new obligations to address any potential conflicts of interest.§468.4335, Florida Statutes.

My Safe Florida Program

Added to the current My Safe Florida Home Program is the My Safe Florida Condominium Pilot Program.That Pilot Program offers the potential for grants for certain hurricane protection upgrades for eligible associations.The Department of Financial Services is responsible for these programs. §215.5587

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Cindy A. Hill Esq.

Cindy A. Hill Esq.

General representation of community associations tailored to each association’s needs, including assessment collections, defense of mortgage foreclosure litigation, covenant enforcement, amendments of governing documents, contract negotiation, creation of rules and policies, legal opinions, arbitration, and mediation, as needed. Further representation of both corporations and individuals with general civil litigation in the areas of real estate, construction matters, and contract disputes. 

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