Knowledge is Power: Navigating Florida Condo Law and HOA Crimes: Event Recap
Last night, our event, "Knowledge is Power: Navigating Florida Condo Law and HOA Crimes," brought together industry professionals, community members, and stakeholders to discuss significant condominium and homeowners' associations (HOAs) topics.
Alexandra R. Alexieva, the Community Liaison for the Office of Commissioner Damian Pardo: Phone: 305.250.5333, Email: aalexieva@miamigov.com
The event commenced with a presentation by Alexandra R. Alexieva, the Community Liaison for the Office of Commissioner Damian Pardo. She acknowledged the neighborhood residents' complaints regarding the nuisance of the Afterlife Concert, to review the concerns please click here. She updated residents on ongoing efforts to address traffic, noise, and lighting concerns. They addressed shutting down exterior speakers and lowering the bass across the board. Capping sound levels during all performances, addressing laser lights, and other problems. Additionally, she discussed potential changes to the ordinance, including adjusting the 2 am and 3 am event cut-off times. A modification may allow weekday events to conclude by midnight, aligning more closely with regulations for events like Ultra.
Representative Vicki Lopez highlighted a few bills among the various subjects covered: B 1029/SB 1366: My Safe Florida Condominium Pilot Program and HB 1021/SB 1178: Community Associations.
B 1029/SB 1366: My Safe Florida Condominium Pilot Program, sponsored by Representative Vicki Lopez and Senator Nick DeCiglie, aims to establish a pilot program within the Department of Financial Services. The program's primary objective is to enhance the safety of condominiums through thorough inspections and mitigation efforts. The proposed legislation aims to empower condominium owners and associations to ensure their buildings meet safety standards and reduce insurance premiums by implementing measures to harden their structures.
Moreover, the event shed light on HB 1021/SB 1178, a bill sponsored by Representative Vicki Lopez and Senator Jennifer Bradley. This bill addresses various aspects of governing condominium and cooperative associations and the practice of community association management. It aims to enhance governance practices, clarify regulations, and promote transparency within community associations.
Becker & Poliakoff Attorneys: Rosa M. de la Camara, Bryony Swift, and Jose Luis Baloyra delivered a compelling presentation that delved into several important topics related to fiduciary duties and legal responsibilities. They highlighted notable changes in milestone inspections and emphasized the significance of ensuring the structural integrity reserves of condominiums are correctly accounted for.
The speakers also shed light on records access crimes and voting crimes, emphasizing the need for increased awareness and vigilance to prevent fraudulent activities within community associations. They discussed the role of the Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) in investigating such crimes and its referral powers to take appropriate legal action.
Furthermore, the presentation touched upon the DBPR's educational requirements for board members, underscoring the importance of knowledge and understanding for effective governance. Compliance with these educational requirements helps ensure that board members are equipped with the necessary tools to make informed decisions and act in the community's best interests.
Lastly, the Corporate Transparency Act was explored, providing insights into its implications on transparency and accountability within community associations. The speakers discussed the Act's requirements and how they impact certain entities' registration and disclosure obligations.
Through events like "Knowledge is Power: Navigating Florida Condo Law and HOA Crimes," the community is empowered with the critical knowledge and awareness needed to navigate the complexities of condominium and HOA law. By staying up-to-date with proposed legislation and actively participating in community discussions, residents and associations can work towards creating safe and well-governed communities that prioritize the interests and well-being of all residents.
