Florida §720.312

Declaration of covenants; survival after tax deed or foreclosure

Statute:
Florida §720.312 · Chapter 720 (Homeowners' Association Act)
Topic:
Records & Disclosure · Covenant survival
Applies to:
HOA associations

The declaration of covenants survives a tax deed or foreclosure sale.

tax deed; foreclosure; covenant survival; declaration

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Frequently asked

What does Florida §720.312 require?
The declaration of covenants survives a tax deed or foreclosure sale.
Who does Florida §720.312 apply to?
Florida §720.312 applies to HOA associations in Florida.
What happens if our HOA doesn't comply with §720.312?
Non-compliance with Florida Chapter 720 can expose the association and individual board members to civil suit, with most pre-suit disputes required to go through statutory mediation under §720.311. Florida HOAs are not regulated by DBPR — enforcement is private. SoShiny's audit trail and documented workflows are designed to demonstrate good-faith compliance if a dispute escalates.
Where can I read the official text of Florida §720.312?
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 Declaration of covenants; survival after tax deed or foreclosure?
SoShiny gives every owner instant, permissioned access to the official records this statute requires — searchable, audit-logged, and exportable for state inspections. The records survive every board turnover because they live in one place, not in someone's inbox. Learn more →

Not legal advice. This page is a plain-English summary of Florida §720.312 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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