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FLORIDA - A new proposal in the Florida Legislature outlines a formal process that would allow homeowners to dissolve their homeowners association if certain requirements are met.
House Bill 657, filed by State Rep. Ron Porras, would establish the Homeowners Association Dissolution and Accountability Act and set specific steps for residents seeking to end their association.
Under the bill, the process would begin when at least 20 percent of homeowners sign a petition requesting dissolution.
Once the petition threshold is reached, the HOA board would be required to hold a meeting within 60 days.
A vote would then take place, and two thirds of all voting members would be required to approve the termination.
If the measure fails, homeowners would need to wait 18 months before submitting another petition.
The bill also includes new requirements for community associations.
These include removing presuit mediation requirements, creating a Community Association Court Program in circuit courts, and establishing disclosure language that must be added to governing documents for new associations formed on or after July 1st, 2026.
Older associations would be required to hold a meeting on whether to add the same language.
If an HOA votes to dissolve, the board would be responsible for completing financial obligations, managing contracts, settling debts, handling legal matters, selling assets, and distributing remaining funds in accordance with the termination plan.
The bill also establishes penalties of up to 5000 dollars for officers or directors who fail to comply with procedures.
The bill is awaiting committee referral and has no Senate companion as of December 9th.