Florida has made changes to HOAs as of July 1

A new Florida law, effective July 1, 2024, significantly limits the power of HOAs, aiming to address widespread homeowner complaints about excessive fines, selective enforcement, and lack of transparency. The law prohibits HOAs from enforcing arbitrary rules, such as banning vegetable gardens, regulating non-visible home improvements, or fining residents for minor infractions like trash can placement or holiday decorations. It also caps fines, mandates recordkeeping and financial transparency, and requires HOAs to provide accessible meeting notices and documentation. Additionally, HOA board members must complete training, and accepting kickbacks is now a felony offense, ensuring greater accountability and fairness in community governance.

Source: TallahasseeDemocrat