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Preparing for Budget Adjustments and Financial Planning for Senate Bill SB 4-D and Glitch Bill SB 154

The implementation of Florida Senate Bill 4-D (full Bill here) and Glitch Bill SB 154 (full Bill here) ushers in a new era of compliance and financial planning for Florida's condominium and cooperative associations. As the regulations take effect, associations are poised to encounter unique budgetary challenges, requiring proactive engagement and strategic decision-making. In part three of our coverage of these bills (read part 1, explaining the bills and part 2 discussing ke … read more

Posted by Scott Harvey-Lewis on Jun 8th 2023

Exploring Key Aspects of Milestone Inspections and Structural Integrity Reserve Studies for Senate Bill SB 4-D and Glitch Bill SB 154

The recent passing of Florida Senate Bill 4-D (full Bill here) and Glitch Bill SB 154 (full Bill here) has brought significant changes to Florida's condominium and cooperative associations. These bills have introduced new requirements, particularly related to milestone inspections and structural integrity reserve studies (SIRS). In the latest of our multi-part coverage on SB 154 and SB 4-D (read part 1 if you missed it), we delve into the essential details and implications of these bill … read more

Posted by Scott Harvey-Lewis on May 9th 2023

Navigating Florida Condo Inspection Bills: SB 4-D and Glitch Bill SB 154 Explained

The Florida Condo Inspection Bill 4-D (full Bill here) and Glitch Bill SB 154 (full Bill here) have introduced significant changes to condominium inspection requirements in the state. These changes affect various aspects of condo management and maintenance, including information reporting, milestone inspections, structural integrity reserve studies, and new reserve rules. We break down the implications of these bills, addressing their practical implications for condo associations and pr … read more

Posted by Scott Harvey-Lewis on Apr 6th 2023

Milestone Inspections In Broward County, Florida

Broward County recently amended its Building Safety Inspection Program to incorporate the statewide structural inspection program for condominium and cooperative associations three (3) stories or more in height, defined as a “milestone inspection.” Read more about Florida Milestone Inspections HERE. The program now requires the inspection of all non-exempt buildings in the County, thirty (30) years of age or older (based on the date of the certificate of occupancy). For Condomin … read more

Posted by Scott Harvey-Lewis on Nov 2nd 2022