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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.

There are no physical features distinct to either one, which can be used to distinguish them. Rather, the difference lies in the legal arrangement that covers the relationships between the residents and managers. In condominium communities, the residents own the units they live in, and collectively own the land and buildings in which they are located. In a cooperative community, the units are rented, and are owned by a single entity.

Laws and Regulations Concerning Common Interest Communities in Palm Beach, Florida

While there are a lot of Palm Beach, Florida laws that will affect the residents and owners of condominium and cooperative communities, there are few that are actually specific to such communities. Rather, they are mostly governed by laws of more general application, such as contract law, zoning laws, and landlord/tenant law.

In general, the procedures of the landowner or management board will have a much greater impact on the daily lives and conduct of residents than any state or local laws controlling condominiums or cooperatives.

The owner or manager of the property on which your unit sits will likely have a considerable number of regulations concerning what can be done in and around the housing units. These rules will likely concern cleanliness, noise, and policies governing the presence of pets and long-term guests.

This authority, however, has limits. There are some rules which landowners cannot impose. Most obviously, they can't bar people from renting or buying units based on their race, religion, or national origin in Palm Beach, Florida. This conduct is illegal under state and federal law, and can result in grave civil penalties.

Can a Palm Beach, Florida Attorney Help?

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

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Life in Palm Beach

Palm Beach is a beautiful area located in Palm Beach County, Florida. It is surrounded by West Palm Beach and Lake Worth. It is a small city with a population around the mid 30,000s.

What is interesting is that the area started off as a resort founded by the oil mogul Henry Morrison Flagler. Later Edward R. Bradley bought this area and it was named Palm Beach.

Palm Beach today is a very beautiful area with a relatively affluent community. Some of the prominent industries include health care and tourism. Further, the area is filled with law firms that can handle any and every legal inquiry of residents and local corporations.

Some common tourist attractions include Four Arts Garden, Mar-A-Lago, the Flagler Museum, Pan's Garden, and some fine dining and shopping around Worth Avenue.

Some famous people who have called Palm Beach home include Mark Patton, James Patteron, Ivana Trump, Jimmy Buffett, Michael Jackson, and John Lennon.

All in all, Palm Beach is a small community that offers residents a wonderful quality of life!

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