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Condominium and Cooperative Law in Florida

Condominiums and cooperatives are forms of "common interest" communities.

These are residential areas with one or more buildings, each housing multiple residential units. The units are part of a larger building, which contains other residential units. In turn, there are several such buildings on the property. The units are rented or owned by the residents, but the building as a whole, and the land on which it sits, is owned either by a third party, or collectively by all the residents. The residents, in addition to mortgage or rent, normally have to pay a fee to cover maintenance of the common areas.

If you simply look at a condominium or cooperative community, you likely won't be able to tell if it's one or the other.

The major difference is that, in condominium communities, the units are purchased and owned by their residents, and they also collectively own the common areas of the development. In a cooperative community, the land and buildings in which the housing units are owned by a single corporation or association. The individual units are rented by the inhabitants, not purchased.

Laws and Regulations Concerning Common Interest Communities in Kendall, Florida

Numerous Kendall, Florida laws affect common-interest communities. However, almost all of these laws govern real estate more generally, and there are very few laws written particularly for common interest communities. Such generally-applicable laws include zoning regulations, contracts, and the relations between landlords and tenants.

Typically, the rules established by the owner of the property, or the entity tasked with managing it, are going to have much more of a day-to-day effect on your life than any state laws governing these types of communities.

The land on which these communities sit is private property, so the owners have considerable leeway when it comes to setting rules regarding what tenants can and can't do on the property. These rules typically govern things like noise levels, cleanliness, long-term guests, and pets. They are often designed with the goal of balancing residents' rights to a clean and quiet neighborhood, with their individual autonomy.

The power of landowners is limited, however, and there are some rules that cannot be given legal effect. For example, in Kendall, Florida, any rule which would exclude residents based on their race is completely unenforceable. Such discrimination is clearly prohibited under federal law, private property rights notwithstanding.

Can a Kendall, Florida Attorney Help?

If you have problems with your landlord, your homeowners association, or a neighbor, a seasoned Kendall, Florida real estate lawyer may prove invaluable.

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Life in Kendall

Kendall is a small suburb of Miami, Florida. It is a quick drive to Downtown Miami and the Miami International Airport. Some popular schools located in Kendall include Kaplan University and Nova Southeastern University.

Being so close to Miami, Kendall residents have access to the large legal force in Miami. In other words, Kendall residents can seek the aid of small, mid-size, and large law firms located in Miami for all their legal needs. These firms train excellent attorneys with sharp minds and ambition, who are devoted to providing excellent legal services.

Many people who want to take advantage of the work force in Miami, yet do not want to live in the "daily city grind" call Kendall their home. Some famous residents include Janet Reno and OJ Simpson!

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