A 2018 Legislative Guide

House Bill 841 Affecting Community Associations Is Signed Into Law

Rembaum’s Association Roundup

House Bill 841 containing this year’s community association legislation (“HB 841” or “Bill”) has made its way through the 2018 Florida legislative session and was signed into law by Governor Scott on March 23rd. As the Bill is now signed into law, it becomes effective on July 1, 2018. The following is a digest explanation of these newest laws to affect Florida’s community associations:

Condominium Official Record-keeping: Certain official records must be permanently maintainedfrom the inception of the association, including the following:

(i) a copy of the plans, permits, warranties, and other items provided by the developer;

(ii) a copy of the recorded declaration of condominium and all amendments thereto

(iii) a copy of the recorded bylaws and all amendments thereto;

(iv) a certified copy of the articles of incorporation and all amendments thereto;

(v) a copy of the current rules; and

(vi) all meeting minutes.

All other official records of the association must be maintained within the state for at least seven years, unless otherwise provided by general law. Notwithstanding, all election records, including electronic election records, must only be maintained for one year from the election.

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