Adhering to the New July 1, 2024 Laws: Condo Transparency and Administration

By Jerry Joseph, Commissioner

(Friday, August 2, 2024) –  Over the past 2 1/2 years, I have heard from and assisted many condo owners throughout Sunny Isles Beach with questions regarding condo records requests, board meeting schedules, insurance, certifications, and assessments. Due to severe assessments in some condos, many elderly residents have sadly become financially stressed and could benefit from simple legal advice.

Many recent contacts with residents have referred to a lack of condo board adherence to certain by-law sections relating to elections, quarterly meetings, and notices thereof. As of July 1, condo managers will need to be more transparent regarding the production of condo documents, meeting notices, adherence to by-laws, and elections. The problem arises when assessments hit without adequate documentation regarding contracts associated with those assessments, the bidding process, and the qualifications of the contractor doing the work.

I am available to assist any condo manager with pool or spa issues, elevator problems, permit hangups, and other issues involving the City, County, or State.

Please do not hesitate to contact me for an immediate and my sincere attempt to assist, in any way.

Contact Vice Mayor Jerry Joseph at seat1@sibfl.net or 305.792.1754.

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