AN ACT RELATING TO PROPERTY -- CONDOMINIUM LAW
HB 7851 requires condominium associations to conduct structural surveys and reserve studies, fund reserves at 15% of annual operating costs, and develop repair plans. It directly affects condominium associations by mandating these financial and structural planning requirements. Key provisions include regular structural assessments, annual reserve studies to ensure adequate funding, and specific 15% reserve contribution rates. The bill aims to improve long-term property maintenance and financial transparency for condo owners.
Bill status
died
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 27, 2026
Last action Mar 26, 2026
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Actions timeline
Total actions
3
Key actions
0
Committee
1
Mar 26, 2026
Committee
03/26/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
legislature
Feb 27, 2026
Introduced
02/27/2026 Introduced, referred to House Corporations
lower
3 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Brandon Voas
DDemocratic
P
Justine Caldwell
DDemocratic
P
Pat Serpa
DDemocratic
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