Florida Legal Resources
Florida statutes and regulations governing condominium associations.
Informational Purposes Only
This page provides links to official Florida statutes for educational reference. It is not legal advice. Laws change frequently—always verify current language at the official sources. For legal questions, consult a licensed Florida attorney.
Why This Matters
Gulfside Villas is a condominium governed by Florida Statute Chapter 718 (the "Condominium Act"). This is different from Chapter 720, which governs homeowners associations (HOAs).
Understanding these laws helps owners know their rights regarding meetings, voting, records access, assessments, and dispute resolution.
Florida Statutes
Florida Condominium Act
The primary law governing all Florida condominiums. Covers unit owner rights, association operations, meetings, voting, assessments, reserves, records access, and more.
Key Sections (8)
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718.103Definitions -
718.110Amendment of declaration -
718.111Association powers and duties -
718.112Bylaws (meetings, voting, budgets) -
718.113Maintenance and modifications -
718.115Common expenses and assessments -
718.116Assessment liability and liens -
718.1255Dispute resolution
Florida Not For Profit Corporation Act
Governs the association as a Florida corporation, including corporate governance, director duties, and member rights.
Key Sections (3)
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617.0721Member voting -
617.0808Director duties -
617.0830Director standards of conduct
Administrative Regulations
Division of Condominiums Regulations
Administrative rules from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) implementing Chapter 718.
Key Sections (2)
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61B-22Recall of directors -
61B-23Elections