Florida HOA Law & Compliance
Crooked Lake Reserve HOA operates under Florida state law. The following statutes govern our association and your rights as a homeowner.
Florida Statutes Chapter 720 - HOA Act
The Florida Homeowners' Association Act governs the operation of HOAs in Florida, including:
- • Board meeting requirements and homeowner participation rights
- • Financial reporting and budget requirements
- • Assessment collection procedures and limitations
- • Architectural review and approval processes
- • Homeowner access to association records
Florida Sunshine Law
Florida's Government-in-the-Sunshine Law applies to HOA board meetings:
- • Open meetings: All board meetings must be open to all members, except for specific exceptions (e.g., attorney-client privilege, personnel matters).
- • Meeting notices: Members must receive advance notice of meetings (typically 48 hours).
- • Meeting minutes: Minutes must be recorded and made available to members.
Access to Records
Under Florida law, homeowners have the right to inspect and copy association records, including:
- • Financial records, budgets, and audits
- • Meeting minutes and agendas
- • Contracts and agreements
- • Governing documents (CCRs, Bylaws, etc.)
To request records, please contact the Board through the Contact page. Records requests are typically fulfilled within 10 business days per Florida law.