Community Association Matters

I have been in this industry, in one capacity or another, since 1992.  I remember that Florida Statute 718 was virtually re-written around that time.  It was then that the manner in which condominium elections are held was changed to they system we use today.  I recall that when the change came forth, the new regulations were so rigorous that it was frustrating.  However, like anything else, once you get used it, you can’t imagine how life was before it came along.  In 1992, the number of condominium associations in the State of Florida was growing at a fast pace.  Most of the new construction was either a condominium or planned unit development.  As the number of condominium associations increased, so did the need for regulation.  Since then there have been several changes to 718.  In some years, the changes were minor; in other years, such as this year, there were sweeping changes that have had a tremendous impact on our industry.  This year, House Bill 1237 signed by Governor Rick Scott, is bringing forth