Florida's Homeowners' Association Act (Chapter 720, Florida Statutes) requires HOA board meetings to be open to all members with at least 48 hours advance notice posted conspicuously. Meetings considering special assessments or rule amendments require 14 days written notice. Board meetings may not take place via email.
Under Florida Statute Section 720.303(2), meetings of the board of directors must be open to all members of the association. Notice of board meetings must be posted conspicuously on the association property at least 48 hours in advance, except in emergencies. If the board meeting agenda includes adoption of assessments, amendment to rules regarding parcel use, or any other matter requiring member vote, at least 14 days written notice to all members is required. Members have the right to speak at board meetings on agenda items with reasonable time limits set by the board. The board may not take official action by email or secret ballot; all decisions must be made at a properly noticed meeting. Executive sessions are limited to meetings with the association's attorney regarding pending or threatened litigation. Audio or video recording by members is permitted at open meetings. Jacksonville has no separate municipal HOA ordinance; Florida statute governs exclusively. The Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) accepts complaints about HOA violations but does not directly mediate disputes.
Members may file complaints with DBPR. Violations of open meeting requirements may be challenged in circuit court. Attorney fees awarded to the prevailing party.
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