Monthly Archives: August 2015
Closing the Gaps in the Deal: Utilizing Florida Economic Development Incentives to Facilitate Development
By Leigh Kellett Fletcher | If you are a successful developer or broker of industrial or commercial property, the difference between a closing and a lot of wasted effort can come down to the incentives that can be offered to sweeten the deal for companies seeking to relocate to Florida or to particular counties or […]
2015 Legislative Update and Expectations for 2016
Florida’s legislative session in 2015 was something of a let down for many who expected more land use and environmental bills to be passed. The budget fight ended the session early, and as a result, some good and some bad bills failed to get final approval. In the end, only a handful of land use […]
Tips for Community Associations and Homeowners’ Associations Entering Contracts for Landscaping Maintenance and Repairs to Structures
By Leigh Kellett Fletcher | As communities mature, the landscaping and buildings owned and maintained by nonprofit community associations and homeowners’ associations require professional help to retain their appearance and value. For volunteer board members, contracting for that work can be nerve wracking because the dollars involved can be large and the process confusing. If […]
Community Development Districts and Community/Homeowners Associations – Partnering for Mutual Benefit
By Leigh Kellett Fletcher | It is not unusual for master planned communities to have both a community/homeowners’ association and a community development District (“CDD”). It is easy to confuse their functions and responsibilities, and it can be frustrating to both developers and residents trying to provide needed services and facilities to communities. In […]
Do Your HOA Restrictions Adequately Protect Property Owners from Short-term Vacation Rentals?
By Tina Fischer | With the increasing popularity of websites like VRBO.com and Airbnb, homeowners and condominium associations across the country are experiencing challenges in policing owners who violate association rules by renting out their properties for short-term occupants. In Florida, like many other popular resort destinations, the appeal of making additional cash through short-term […]