The HOA Can’t Prevent a Permanent Generator or Fuel Tank Now.

Have you seen the news about this year’s hurricane season? Nearly all of the hurricane forecasts are predicting a very active season, one that could set records.

Of course, it only takes one to hit your house to cause significant issues. Anyone who lived in Florida in 2004 knows how disruptive an active hurricane season can be, even if you are miles from the coast.

Over the past few years, we’ve seen a tremendous amount of damage from hurricanes large and small and in areas across the state.

As such, one of the key issues the Florida Legislature has looked at over the years is making Florida more resilient to hurricanes and providing the resources to return to normal life more quickly.

One of those bills, HB 293, focused on homeowners’ associations and specifically says homeowners associations cannot prevent any homeowner from making changes to its property if it is preparing for a hurricane.

While passed with good intentions, this bill could create many issues regarding how these improvements are allowed for associations and homeowners, meaning all associations should act immediately to ensure they are in compliance with the law with clear guidelines.

The bill was signed on May 29, and took effect immediately!

The attorneys at The Orlando Law Group are the region’s experts in association management law representing more than 100 communities in Central Florida. If you live in Orlando, Winter Garden, Altamonte Springs, Kissimmee or anywhere throughout Central Florida, The Orlando Law Group is ready to help you.

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