Florida Statute 720.305 explained
Florida HOA fining committee: role and membership
A Florida HOA fining committee has at least three board-appointed members who meet the statutory eligibility rules. It holds the hearing and votes to confirm or reject the fine levied by the board. Without majority approval, the proposed fine may not be imposed. These rules appear in §720.305(2)(b)–(c).
Notice and access to the hearing
For fines covered by §720.305(2), the board must first provide at least 14 days’ written notice of the parcel owner’s right to a hearing. The hearing must be held within 90 days after issuance of the notice. The notice must describe the alleged violation, the action required to cure it if applicable, and the hearing date, location, and electronic access information when applicable.
The committee may hold the hearing by telephone or other electronic means. The parcel owner has the right to attend that way. See §720.305(2)(b) and the 14-day hearing-notice explanation. The notice period is not a universal homeowner appeal-filing deadline.
At least three members
The committee must have at least three members appointed by the board.
Who the published text excludes
Committee members may not be officers, directors, or employees of the association. The statute also excludes the spouse, parent, child, brother, or sister of an officer, director, or employee.
A limited role
The committee does not create the original fine. Its statutory role is limited to confirming or rejecting the fine or suspension levied by the board. If a majority does not approve it, the proposed fine or suspension may not be imposed.
After the hearing and the cure rule
Within 7 days after the hearing, the committee must provide written findings, including approval or rejection and applicable cure, suspension, or payment information. If a violation has been cured before the hearing or in the manner specified in the required written notice, a fine or suspension may not be imposed. If the violation remains uncured and the committee approves the fine by majority vote, the payment date must be at least 30 days after delivery of the findings notice. See §720.305(2)(d)–(f).
Read the process in context
The full fine-process guide connects board action, notice, the committee hearing, cure, and payment timing.
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Article reviewed: September 14, 2026