HOA Hurricane Protection Rights in Florida
Florida law generally limits an HOA's ability to block qualifying hurricane protection. Here's a plain-language overview for homeowners.
The general protection
Florida law has generally provided that associations may not refuse to allow owners to install approved hurricane protection (such as certain shutters or impact-resistant products) that meets applicable building codes. Associations may, however, adopt reasonable specifications governing things like color, style, and installation, applied uniformly.
What the HOA can require
An association can typically set uniform standards and require that installations meet code and the community's approved specifications. What it generally cannot do is impose a blanket ban on qualifying protection.
If your request is blocked
If your association denies qualifying hurricane protection, a written response can reference the general protection, attach your product's code compliance, and ask the board to identify the specific specification you allegedly did not meet.
Related: ARC denials · Chapter 720
Educational information, not legal advice. This page explains general Florida HOA concepts and is not a substitute for advice from a Florida-licensed attorney about your specific situation.
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This resource currently focuses on Florida homeowners' associations governed primarily by Chapter 720. Condominium (Chapter 718) and cooperative laws may be different.
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