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Florida Homeowners Gain Power to Dissolve Dysfunctional HOAs

3/4/2026

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Florida passed House Bill 657 to let homeowners dissolve dysfunctional Homeowners Associations (HOAs), effective July 1.
Termination requires a petition signed by at least half of voting members and a two-thirds board vote.
The bill adds homeowner protections, removes mediation requirements, and creates the Community Association Court Program for disputes.
A proponent says the measure overhauls condo and HOA dispute handling and strengthens homeowners' voice.

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Florida passed House Bill 657 to let homeowners dissolve dysfunctional Homeowners Associations (HOAs), effective July 1.
Termination requires a petition signed by at least half of voting members and a two-thirds board vote.
The bill adds homeowner protections, removes mediation requirements, and creates the Community Association Court Program for disputes.
A proponent says the measure overhauls condo and HOA dispute handling and strengthens homeowners' voice.