MIAMI LAKES, Fla.—Governor Ron DeSantis convened a roundtable discussion today with condominium owners and association leaders to address concerns regarding the cost and implementation of new safety legislation.
“Following the tragedy in Surfside, the Legislature made improvements to safety standards and inspections for condos in Florida,” said Governor DeSantis. “I understand the anxiety that condo owners are now facing because of increased fees and impending deadlines. Today, I hosted condo owners at a roundtable to discuss ideas to ease the burden of these measures and work towards relief.”
Lieutenant Governor Jeanette Nuñez echoed these sentiments: “Our administration has heard from condo owners who are concerned that these safety inspections will cause a rise in fees and displace them from their homes. I’m hopeful that today’s discussion can help put those fears at ease. Governor DeSantis and I are fully committed to finding solutions that balance safety and security with affordability and accountability for condo owners and associations.”
Governor DeSantis has been an advocate for improved condominium safety legislation. Earlier this year, he signed House Bill 1021, which aims to enhance accountability for condo board members, improve transparency for residents, and strengthen enforcement mechanisms against non-compliance with safety standards.
The governor is actively seeking ways to provide relief for condo owners facing assessments and fees as buildings statewide adhere to new safety requirements and undergo necessary inspections.