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American with Disability Act Requirements and Potential Legal Consequences When Going Digital By: Carolina Sznajderman Sheir, Esq. and Jonathan Garber Like it or not, many Florida condominium associations are now digital. As of January 1, 2019, Florida condominium associations with 150 or more units are required to maintain a website pursuant to Fla. Stat. §718.111(12)(g)....
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If a Unit Owner who suffers from a disability which impairs mobility requests the installation of a ramp on the common elements, or some other structural modification to permit him/her the beneficial use and enjoyment of the property, is the Association obligated to comply? As always, the legal answer is “it depends”. A reasonable modification...
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Associations Now Liable for Third Party Violations of Hostile Environment Harassment Laws The Fair Housing Act (FHA) was amended in 2016 to prohibit quid pro quo (“this for that”) and hostile environment harassment in connection with the sale, rental and availability of housing. Pursuant to 24 CFR Section 100.7(a)(1)(iii), the amendment also applies conduct by...
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TOP REAL ESTATE LEGAL ISSUES: WHAT’S TRENDING NOW What is the difference between an emotional support animal and a trained service dog? While both are referred to as assistance animals, service animals and emotional support animals are defined and dealt with differently under federal laws. A service animal is defined narrowly under the Americans with...
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By Alessandra Stivelman “Service Animals” and “Emotional Support Animals” are defined and dealt with differently under federal law. It is really important for an association to understand the difference, as there are restrictions imposed by federal law in regards to what an association is authorized to demand from the individual making a request for a...
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