Limited common elements in Florida condominiums, as defined by the Florida Condominium Act, refer to common elements exclusively reserved for the use of specific units or groups of units, as outlined in the condominium’s declaration. This definition highlights that limited common elements represent a subset of common elements. Examples of what might be designated as […]
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Condominium Association Material Alterations
Can the Board of Directors decide to change the color of your condominium building or the interior hallways from carpet to white marble tiles? What limits are placed on the Board of Directors’ authority to change the design or elements of a condominium building? These questions all involve the ins and outs of material alterations […]
Miami Transfer Fee Controversies: A Wake Up Call for Associations
Condominium associations across South Florida have come under scrutiny for imposing mandatory, non-refundable “transfer fees” on residents in connection with the lease or sale of units. Indeed, several years ago this firm was quoted in an article in the Miami Herald addressing the issue, and this year, a class action lawsuit resulted in an association […]