Who does Florida §553.70 apply to?

Florida §553.70 applies to Building associations in Florida.

What happens if our building doesn't comply with §553.70?

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 §553.70?

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.

Florida §553.70

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Statute:: Florida §553.70 · Chapter 553 (Building Construction Standards)
Topic:: General · Naming
Applies to:: Building associations

Names Part IV the 'Florida Building Codes Act.'

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Full statutory text

553.70 Short title.—This part shall be known and may be cited as the “Florida Building Codes Act.”History.—s. 1, ch. 74-167; s. 1, ch. 77-365.

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What does Florida §553.70 require?: Names Part IV the 'Florida Building Codes Act.'
Who does Florida §553.70 apply to?: Florida §553.70 applies to Building associations in Florida.
What happens if our building doesn't comply with §553.70?: 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 §553.70?: 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 Short title?: SoShiny is built around the Florida statutes from day one — every feature is included on every plan, with no add-ons or per-document fees. Start your community free and run it the way the statutes expect. Learn more →

Not legal advice. This page is a plain-English summary of Florida §553.70 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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