HOA covenants in Palm Beach County enforced under FL §720.305. Fines capped at $100 per violation, $1,000 aggregate (unless declaration sets higher), and cannot become a lien unless aggregate exceeds $1,000. 14-day notice and opportunity for hearing before fining committee required.
FL §720.305(2) caps HOA fines at $100 per violation and $1,000 in the aggregate per violation continuing in nature, unless the declaration provides for higher amounts. Before levying a fine or suspension, the HOA must provide at least 14 days written notice and an opportunity for a hearing before a committee of at least three members appointed by the board (committee members cannot be officers, directors, or their relatives). If the committee does not approve, the fine cannot be imposed. Fines under $1,000 cannot be liened. Selective enforcement is a defense; HOA must enforce uniformly.
Improper fine: unenforceable, member may sue for declaratory relief. Selective enforcement: complete defense to enforcement action. Unauthorized suspension of common area use: civil liability.
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