What is the default per-violation limit?

The published statute says $100 per violation unless otherwise provided in the governing documents.

Can a fine below $1,000 become a lien?

The published text says a fine of less than $1,000 may not become a lien against a parcel.

Florida Statute 720.305 explained

Florida HOA fine limits in the published statute

Section 720.305 states default amount limits while allowing governing documents to change specified limits. Exact wording matters.

$100

Per violation

A fine may not exceed $100 per violation unless otherwise provided in the governing documents.

$1,000

Aggregate default

A continuing-violation fine may not exceed $1,000 in aggregate unless otherwise provided in the governing documents.

< $1,000

Lien threshold statement

The statute says a fine of less than $1,000 may not become a lien against a parcel.

Continuing violations

The published text allows the board to levy a fine for each day of a continuing violation with a single notice and opportunity for hearing, subject to the stated aggregate rule and governing-document language.

Last reviewed: August 17, 2026