Florida House Bill 293 (HB 293) was signed into law and immediately went into effect. This new law addresses hurricane protections for homeowners’ associations (HOAs) in Florida.

Entitled “Hurricane Protections for Homeowner Associations,” this new Florida law mandates that HOAs adopt specific hurricane protection standards for structures and improvements within their communities.

These standards must conform to … Read More ›

Florida House Bill 59 (HB 59) was signed into law and is effective on July 1, 2024. The bill was unanimously approved by both the Florida Senate and House before being signed by Governor DeSantis.

This new law (“Provision of Homeowners’ Associations Rules and Covenants”) imposes several new requirements on homeowner associations (HOAs) aimed at increasing transparency … Read More ›

Cicadas are insects known for their distinctive appearance and their periodic emergence. After spending most of their life underground, they appear in large numbers almost simultaneously and emerge every 13 or 17 years to mate.

While cicadas themselves are harmless, their loud mating calls can reach up to 100 decibels, comparable in volume to the sound … Read More ›

Garage and yard sales can be a fantastic way for residents of condominium, homeowner (HOA), and townhome associations to declutter, socialize, and engage with their community. For board members, organizing these events requires thoughtful planning and consideration.

Here are eight considerations to ensure your community association garage sale is a success.

1. Establish Guidelines

Board members may consider … Read More ›