Americans with Disabilities Act Standards for Accessible Design
- Statute:
- Florida §553.514 · Chapter 553 (Building Construction Standards)
- Topic:
- Member Rights · ADA standards
- Applies to:
- Building associations
Incorporates the federal ADA Standards for Accessible Design.
📄 Read the official text at flsenate.gov →
Full statutory text
How SoShiny helps with Americans with Disabilities Act Standards for Accessible Design
SoShiny tracks every member, owner, and renter at the unit level with the contact details and access rights this statute protects. Privacy-respecting by default, with statutory directory disclosures and opt-outs handled per-member.
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- What does Florida §553.514 require?
- Incorporates the federal ADA Standards for Accessible Design.
- Who does Florida §553.514 apply to?
- Florida §553.514 applies to Building associations in Florida.
- What happens if our building doesn't comply with §553.514?
- Non-compliance with Florida Chapter 553 can result in disputes filed with the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR), Division of Florida Condominiums, Timeshares, and Mobile Homes — and may expose individual board members to personal liability in some circumstances. SoShiny's audit trail and documented workflows are designed to demonstrate compliance.
- Where can I read the official text of Florida §553.514?
- The official text is published by the Florida Legislature at flsenate.gov. The summary on this page is for plain-English reference only and is not legal advice.
- How does SoShiny help with Americans with Disabilities Act Standards for Accessible Design?
- SoShiny tracks every member, owner, and renter at the unit level with the contact details and access rights this statute protects. Privacy-respecting by default, with statutory directory disclosures and opt-outs handled per-member. Learn more →
Not legal advice. This page is a plain-English summary of Florida §553.514 prepared by SoShiny for board members and managers. For binding legal advice or interpretation, consult a Florida-licensed attorney. For the official statutory text, see the link above.
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