How Lexi researches HOA law
FloridaHOALaw.ai is a research tool for Florida HOA and condominium law. This page explains where the law comes from, how Lexi uses it, how we keep it current, and what to do if you find a mistake.
Where the law comes from
Lexi works from a library of Florida statutes downloaded from the Florida Legislature's official statutes website (leg.state.fl.us).
| Law | What it covers |
|---|---|
| Chapter 617, Florida Statutes | Not-for-profit corporations (most associations are incorporated under it) |
| Chapter 712, Florida Statutes | Marketable Record Title Act (covenant revitalization) |
| Chapter 718, Florida Statutes | Condominiums |
| Chapter 720, Florida Statutes | Homeowners' associations |
| Chapter 760, Part II, Florida Statutes | Florida Fair Housing Act |
Statute text last downloaded: June 4, 2026.
The library also includes:
- Court decisions about Florida HOA and condominium law, with a link to the full opinion where available.
- Plain-English guides on common topics such as assessments, elections, records, and architectural review. Some guides were drafted with AI assistance and reviewed by our team.
What's not included. Lexi does not cover other states' laws, local ordinances, or federal law except where a listed statute refers to it.
How Lexi answers a question
- It searches the library. When you ask a question, Lexi looks for the statute sections, court decisions, and guides most relevant to it.
- It writes an answer from what it found. The answer is in plain English and names the sections it relied on, so you can read the source yourself.
- It tells you when it can't find support. If the library has nothing relevant, Lexi is instructed to say so rather than answer from general knowledge.
- It considers your governing documents when you add them. If you upload your CC&Rs, bylaws, rules, or notices, Lexi searches them alongside state law and can point to the provision it used. Documents are only used for your own account's research. See our Privacy Policy for how they're stored.
- It distinguishes HOAs from condominiums. Florida homeowners' associations (Chapter 720) and condominiums (Chapter 718) are governed by different chapters. Tell Lexi which you have, or it will work from the details in your question.
How we keep the law current
Florida laws usually change after each annual legislative session, and most new laws take effect July 1. After a session, we:
- download the updated statute text from the official source,
- review what changed and which answers and pages it affects,
- update the library and the related pages on this site.
The download date above tells you when we last refreshed the statute text. It does not guarantee that every change effective by that date is reflected, so check the official source before acting on a deadline or requirement.
What Lexi can't do
- It can make mistakes. AI answers can contain errors or omit something important, even with citations. Always read the cited section.
- It isn't a lawyer. FloridaHOALaw.ai provides legal information and research support, not legal advice, and using it does not create an attorney-client relationship. For decisions with real consequences, such as a lawsuit, a foreclosure, or a disputed fine, talk to a licensed Florida attorney.
- Your documents may override the statute, or the reverse. Lexi can show you both, but how they interact in your situation can require professional judgment.
Found a mistake?
If an answer or page looks wrong or out of date, tell us at rei+contact@floridahoalaw.ai. Include the page address or your question and what looks incorrect. We review every report, correct confirmed errors on the site and in Lexi's library, and use them to improve future answers.
Who publishes this site
FloridaHOALaw.ai is part of HOALaw.ai, published by reTHINK HOA. It was built by Rei Takeda, Director of Analytics and AI supporting the U.S. Navy, where she leads analytics and AI teams supporting Naval Aviation. About FloridaHOALaw.ai →