Category Archives: Homeowners Association Dispute
HOA Board Asks for $60,000 Special Assessment
Homeowners associations are the bane of some Florida residents’ existence. Many condos and homes in the Sunshine State are governed under HOAs and while these associations are in place to help homeowners, some do more harm than good. Homeowners in the Villas of Carillon townhome community of Feather Sound are reeling after learning that… Read More »
When HOA Disputes Turn Violent
Violence is never the answer. Tell that to angry homeowners who have been fined by homeowners associations (HOAs) for what the homeowners contend to be silly reasons, such as painting their house the wrong color or decorating their yard with political flags. Living in an HOA is not easy and there can be a… Read More »
HOA Dispute Over Rocks
It’s frustrating when homeowners cannot decorate their home and yard how they want, but that’s the price of living in a homeowners association (HOA). HOAs are designed to bring uniformity to a neighborhood. They require all homeowners to obey stringent rules, especially when it comes to keeping their yard a certain way. This has… Read More »
Florida One of Top States in Nation for HOA Disputes
When thinking of homeowners associations (HOAs), many individuals may roll their eyes in disgust. There’s no doubt that many HOAs have a poor reputation. Originally meant to help neighborhoods maintain property values, many HOAs have been a source of anxiety and stress in modern times when not operating in accordance with applicable law. Homeowners… Read More »
When HOA Disputes Turn Deadly
When people think of homeowners associations (HOAs), they tend to have negative thoughts. Many people think of HOAs as restricting, and in many cases, they can be. They tend to evoke a lot of anger in homeowners. Unfortunately, this anger often leads to violence. Sadly, a couple in Florida were recently killed over an… Read More »
Premises Liability Cases On HOA Property
Premises liability laws refer to a duty of care a person or business has to keep their property safe for visitors. These laws apply to homeowners associations (HOAs) as well. What this means is that if a person is walking in a communal space, such as a sidewalk, park, clubhouse, or community pool, and… Read More »
Homeowners Association Property Damage Disputes
Florida is home to many townhomes and condos that are governed by homeowner’s associations (HOA). Some gated communities and newer subdivisions also have HOAs. HOAs can be beneficial in that they pay for certain types of damage to the home and property. In some cases, they also pay for maintenance of the home, such… Read More »
Dealing With HOA Disputes
It is increasingly common for homes to be built in a community governed by a homeowners association (HOA). Disputes are common in HOAs both between homeowners in the community and the HOA board. It’s true that HOA board members can sometimes be too nosy, intervening in minor disputes when they should be minding their… Read More »
