5 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 3 cities in Hillsborough County, Florida.
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Hillsborough County HOAs governed by FL 720 (homeowner associations) and FL 718 (condos). Annual meeting required, board elections by secret ballot, 48-hour meeting notice minimum, open meetings with limited exceptions.
FL 720.3035 gives HOAs authority to enforce architectural standards if disclosed in governing documents. Common in Hillsborough planned communities (FishHawk Ranch, Westchase, Carrollwood Village). ARC approval required for exterior changes.
FL 720.3085 governs HOA assessments. Regular and special assessments allowed per declaration. Unpaid assessments accrue interest up to 18% and may result in lien and foreclosure. Safe harbor for first mortgagees.
FL 720.311 requires pre-suit mediation for most HOA disputes between owner and association. Covenant and restriction disputes require mandatory mediation before litigation. DBPR handles election and recall arbitration.
Fla. Stat. § 720.311
F.S. 720.311 720.000000000000 Homeowners' associations 2023.00000000000 I 0720.311 311 720.311 Dispute resolution. — (1) The Legislature finds that alternative dispute resolution has made progress in reducing court dockets and trials and in offering a more efficient, cost-effective option to litigation. The filing of any petition for arbitration or the serving of a demand for presuit mediation ...
FL 720.305 allows HOAs to enforce CC&Rs via fines up to 100/day (1,000 aggregate cap), suspension of common area privileges, and liens for fines over 1,000. 14-day hearing notice before fines imposed.
Fla. Stat. § 720.305
(b) A member; (c) Any director or officer of an association who willfully and knowingly fails to comply with these provisions; and (d) Any tenants, guests, or invitees occupying a parcel or using the common areas. The prevailing party in any such litigation is entitled to recover reasonable attorney fees and costs as provided in paragraph (2)(e). A member prevailing in an action between the ass...
3 cities in Hillsborough County have their own hoa rules rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
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