Updating Governing Documents
When Governing Documents Should Be Updated
A Florida condominium association should update its governing documents whenever statutory changes, operational changes, or legal risks make the existing documents outdated or non‑compliant. The most important triggers come directly from recent updates to Chapter 718 — especially HB 1021 (2024) and HB 913 (2025) — which impose new requirements on websites, records, notices, director education, inspections, and transparency.
A Florida condominium association should update its governing documents whenever laws change, operations change, risks increase, or inconsistencies appear. The 2024–2026 statutory updates (HB 1021, HB 913) make updates mandatory for most associations — especially those with 25+ units.
A Florida condominium association should update its governing documents whenever laws change, operations change, risks increase, or inconsistencies appear. The 2024–2026 statutory updates (HB 1021, HB 913) make updates mandatory for most associations — especially those with 25+ units.
Core Moments When Governing Documents Must Be Updated
These are the legally significant triggers that require amendments to the declaration, bylaws, articles, or rules.
- Statutory changes
- Operational changes
- Risk‑management updates
- Technology & communication updates
- Election and meeting procedure updates
- Conflict or ambiguity in existing documents
See Also
Florida Condo Meeting Minutes Requirements in 2026 (CondoClerks)