Gov. Desantis signs latest condo package aimed at addressing funding concerns - Florida Politics
Florida Governor DeSantis signed a new condo safety and funding law, requiring associations to fully fund reserves and complete milestone inspections by stricter deadlines.
Aforeworn detected this change in the HOA & Condo Board Rules space on July 9, 2026 and published this briefing so affected operators are forewarned rather than caught off guard. It is rated High urgency. All Florida condominium associations, especially high-rises and self-managed boards should confirm how it applies to their specific situation before acting. There is a time constraint attached: Reserve funding changes effective July 1, 2025; inspection deadlines vary by building height and age.. Acting after that point can mean penalties, a lapsed licence, or lost eligibility — exactly the kind of surprise Aforeworn exists to prevent. Aforeworn monitors HOA & Condo Board Rules continuously and turns every detected change into a plain-English briefing like this one, so you always know first. Forewarned is forearmed.
What changed
New law mandates full reserve funding for major components and accelerates milestone inspection timelines, with increased penalties for non-compliance.
Who it affects
All Florida condominium associations, especially high-rises and self-managed boards
What you must do
Review current reserve study and funding plan; adjust budgets to meet full funding requirements; schedule milestone inspections if not already completed.
Deadline
Reserve funding changes effective July 1, 2025; inspection deadlines vary by building height and age.
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