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The 2025 Florida Statutes

Title XL
REAL AND PERSONAL PROPERTY
Chapter 718
CONDOMINIUMS
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F.S. 718.503
718.503 Developer disclosure prior to sale; nondeveloper unit owner disclosure prior to sale; voidability.
(1) DEVELOPER DISCLOSURE.
(a) Contents of contracts.Any contract for the sale of a residential unit or a lease thereof for an unexpired term of more than 5 years shall:
1. Contain the following legend in conspicuous type:

THIS AGREEMENT IS VOIDABLE BY BUYER BY DELIVERING WRITTEN NOTICE OF THE BUYER’S INTENTION TO CANCEL WITHIN 15 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF EXECUTION OF THIS AGREEMENT BY THE BUYER, AND RECEIPT BY BUYER OF ALL OF THE ITEMS REQUIRED TO BE DELIVERED TO HIM OR HER BY THE DEVELOPER UNDER SECTION 718.503, FLORIDA STATUTES. THIS AGREEMENT IS ALSO VOIDABLE BY BUYER BY DELIVERING WRITTEN NOTICE OF THE BUYER’S INTENTION TO CANCEL WITHIN 15 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF RECEIPT FROM THE DEVELOPER OF ANY AMENDMENT WHICH MATERIALLY ALTERS OR MODIFIES THE OFFERING IN A MANNER THAT IS ADVERSE TO THE BUYER. ANY PURPORTED WAIVER OF THESE VOIDABILITY RIGHTS SHALL BE OF NO EFFECT. BUYER MAY EXTEND THE TIME FOR CLOSING FOR A PERIOD OF NOT MORE THAN 15 DAYS AFTER THE BUYER HAS RECEIVED ALL OF THE ITEMS REQUIRED. BUYER’S RIGHT TO VOID THIS AGREEMENT SHALL TERMINATE AT CLOSING. FIGURES CONTAINED IN ANY BUDGET DELIVERED TO THE BUYER PREPARED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDOMINIUM ACT ARE ESTIMATES ONLY AND REPRESENT AN APPROXIMATION OF FUTURE EXPENSES BASED ON FACTS AND CIRCUMSTANCES EXISTING AT THE TIME OF THE PREPARATION OF THE BUDGET BY THE DEVELOPER. ACTUAL COSTS OF SUCH ITEMS MAY EXCEED THE ESTIMATED COSTS. SUCH CHANGES IN COST DO NOT CONSTITUTE MATERIAL ADVERSE CHANGES IN THE OFFERING.

2. Contain the following caveat in conspicuous type on the first page of the contract:

ORAL REPRESENTATIONS CANNOT BE RELIED UPON AS CORRECTLY STATING THE REPRESENTATIONS OF THE DEVELOPER. FOR CORRECT REPRESENTATIONS, REFERENCE SHOULD BE MADE TO THIS CONTRACT AND THE DOCUMENTS REQUIRED BY SECTION 718.503, FLORIDA STATUTES, TO BE FURNISHED BY A DEVELOPER TO A BUYER OR LESSEE.

3. If the unit has been occupied by someone other than the buyer, contain a statement that the unit has been occupied.
4. If the contract is for the sale or transfer of a unit subject to a lease, include as an exhibit a copy of the executed lease and shall contain within the text in conspicuous type: “THE UNIT IS SUBJECT TO A LEASE (OR SUBLEASE).”
5. If the contract is for the lease of a unit for a term of 5 years or more, include as an exhibit a copy of the proposed lease.
6. If the contract is for the sale or lease of a unit that is subject to a lien for rent payable under a lease of a recreational facility or other commonly used facility, contain within the text the following statement in conspicuous type:

THIS CONTRACT IS FOR THE TRANSFER OF A UNIT THAT IS SUBJECT TO A LIEN FOR RENT PAYABLE UNDER A LEASE OF COMMONLY USED FACILITIES. FAILURE TO PAY RENT MAY RESULT IN FORECLOSURE OF THE LIEN.

7. State the name and address of the escrow agent required by s. 718.202 and state that the purchaser may obtain a receipt for his or her deposit from the escrow agent upon request.
8. If the contract is for the sale or transfer of a unit in a condominium in which timeshare estates have been or may be created, contain within the text in conspicuous type: “UNITS IN THIS CONDOMINIUM ARE SUBJECT TO TIMESHARE ESTATES.” The contract for the sale of a fee interest in a timeshare estate shall also contain, in conspicuous type, the following:

FOR THE PURPOSE OF AD VALOREM TAXES OR SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS LEVIED BY TAXING AUTHORITIES AGAINST A FEE INTEREST IN A TIMESHARE ESTATE, THE MANAGING ENTITY IS GENERALLY CONSIDERED THE TAXPAYER UNDER FLORIDA LAW. YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO CHALLENGE AN ASSESSMENT BY A TAXING AUTHORITY RELATING TO YOUR TIMESHARE ESTATE PURSUANT TO THE PROVISIONS OF CHAPTER 194, FLORIDA STATUTES.

9. Contain within the text the following statement in conspicuous type:

HOMEOWNERS’ INSURANCE POLICIES DO NOT INCLUDE COVERAGE FOR DAMAGE RESULTING FROM FLOODING. BUYER IS ENCOURAGED TO DISCUSS THE NEED TO PURCHASE SEPARATE FLOOD INSURANCE COVERAGE WITH BUYER’S INSURANCE AGENT.

DEVELOPER HAS   HAS NO   KNOWLEDGE OF ANY FLOODING THAT HAS DAMAGED THE PROPERTY DURING DEVELOPER’S OWNERSHIP OF THE PROPERTY.

DEVELOPER HAS   HAS NOT   FILED A CLAIM WITH AN INSURANCE PROVIDER RELATING TO FLOOD DAMAGE ON THE PROPERTY OR COMMON ELEMENTS, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, A CLAIM WITH THE NATIONAL FLOOD INSURANCE PROGRAM.

DEVELOPER HAS   HAS NOT   RECEIVED ASSISTANCE FOR FLOOD DAMAGE TO THE PROPERTY OR COMMON ELEMENTS, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ASSISTANCE FROM THE FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY.

FOR THE PURPOSES OF THIS DISCLOSURE, THE TERM “FLOODING” MEANS A GENERAL OR TEMPORARY CONDITION OF PARTIAL OR COMPLETE INUNDATION OF THE PROPERTY OR COMMON ELEMENTS CAUSED BY THE OVERFLOW OF INLAND OR TIDAL WATERS; THE UNUSUAL AND RAPID ACCUMULATION OF RUNOFF OR SURFACE WATERS FROM ANY ESTABLISHED WATER SOURCE, SUCH AS A RIVER, STREAM, OR DRAINAGE DITCH; OR SUSTAINED PERIODS OF STANDING WATER RESULTING FROM RAINFALL.

(b) Copies of documents to be furnished to prospective buyer or lessee.Until such time as the developer has furnished the documents listed below to a person who has entered into a contract to purchase a residential unit or lease it for more than 5 years, the contract may be voided by that person, entitling the person to a refund of any deposit together with interest thereon as provided in s. 718.202. The contract may be terminated by written notice from the proposed buyer or lessee delivered to the developer within 15 days after the buyer or lessee receives all of the documents required by this section. The developer may not close for 15 days after the execution of the agreement and delivery of the documents to the buyer as evidenced by a signed receipt for documents unless the buyer is informed in the 15-day voidability period and agrees to close before the expiration of the 15 days. The developer shall retain in his or her records a separate agreement signed by the buyer as proof of the buyer’s agreement to close before the expiration of the voidability period. The developer must retain such proof for a period of 5 years after the date of the closing of the transaction. The documents to be delivered to the prospective buyer are the prospectus or disclosure statement with all exhibits, if the development is subject to s. 718.504, or, if not, then copies of the following which are applicable:
1. The question and answer sheet described in s. 718.504, and declaration of condominium, or the proposed declaration if the declaration has not been recorded, which shall include the certificate of a surveyor approximately representing the locations required by s. 718.104.
2. The documents creating the association.
3. The bylaws.
4. The ground lease or other underlying lease of the condominium.
5. The management contract, maintenance contract, and other contracts for management of the association and operation of the condominium and facilities used by the unit owners having a service term in excess of 1 year, and any management contracts that are renewable.
6. The estimated operating budget for the condominium and a schedule of expenses for each type of unit, including fees assessed pursuant to s. 718.113(1) for the maintenance of limited common elements where such costs are shared only by those entitled to use the limited common elements.
7. The lease of recreational and other facilities that will be used only by unit owners of the subject condominium.
8. The lease of recreational and other common facilities that will be used by unit owners in common with unit owners of other condominiums.
9. The form of unit lease if the offer is of a leasehold.
10. Any declaration of servitude of properties serving the condominium but not owned by unit owners or leased to them or the association.
11. If the development is to be built in phases or if the association is to manage more than one condominium, a description of the plan of phase development or the arrangements for the association to manage two or more condominiums.
12. If the condominium is a conversion of existing improvements, the statements and disclosure required by s. 718.616.
13. The form of agreement for sale or lease of units.
14. A copy of the floor plan of the unit and the plot plan showing the location of the residential buildings and the recreation and other common areas.
15. A copy of all covenants and restrictions that will affect the use of the property and are not contained in the foregoing.
16. If the developer is required by state or local authorities to obtain acceptance or approval of any dock or marina facilities intended to serve the condominium, a copy of any such acceptance or approval acquired by the time of filing with the division under s. 718.502(1), or a statement that such acceptance or approval has not been acquired or received.
17. Evidence demonstrating that the developer has an ownership, leasehold, or contractual interest in the land upon which the condominium is to be developed.
18. A copy of the inspector-prepared summary of the milestone inspection report as described in s. 553.899, or a statement in conspicuous type indicating that the required milestone inspection described in s. 553.899 has not been completed or that a milestone inspection is not required, as applicable.
19. A copy of the most recent structural integrity reserve study, or a statement in conspicuous type indicating that a required structural integrity reserve study has not been completed or that a structural integrity reserve study is not required, as applicable.
20. A copy of the turnover inspection report described in s. 718.301(4)(p) and (q) or a statement in conspicuous type indicating that a turnover inspection report has not been completed, as applicable.
(c) Subsequent estimates; when provided.If the closing on a contract occurs more than 12 months after the filing of the offering circular with the division, the developer shall provide a copy of the current estimated operating budget of the association to the buyer at closing, which shall not be considered an amendment that modifies the offering provided any changes to the association’s budget from the budget given to the buyer at the time of contract signing were the result of matters beyond the developer’s control. Changes in budgets of any master association, recreation association, or club and similar budgets for entities other than the association shall likewise not be considered amendments that modify the offering. It is the intent of this paragraph to clarify existing law.
(d) Milestone inspection, turnover inspection report, or structural integrity reserve study.If the association is required to have completed a milestone inspection as described in s. 553.899, a turnover inspection report for a turnover inspection performed on or after July 1, 2023, or a structural integrity reserve study, and the association has not completed the milestone inspection, the turnover inspection report, or the structural integrity reserve study, each contract entered into after December 31, 2024, for the sale of a residential unit shall contain in conspicuous type a statement indicating that the association is required to have a milestone inspection, a turnover inspection report, or a structural integrity reserve study and has not completed such inspection, report, or study, as appropriate. If the association is not required to have a milestone inspection as described in s. 553.899 or a structural integrity reserve study, each contract entered into after December 31, 2024, for the sale of a residential unit shall contain in conspicuous type a statement indicating that the association is not required to have a milestone inspection or a structural integrity reserve study, as appropriate. If the association has completed a milestone inspection as described in s. 553.899, a turnover inspection report for a turnover inspection performed on or after July 1, 2023, or a structural integrity reserve study, each contract entered into after December 31, 2024, for the sale of a residential unit shall contain in conspicuous type:
1. A clause which states: THE BUYER HEREBY ACKNOWLEDGES THAT BUYER HAS BEEN PROVIDED A CURRENT COPY OF THE INSPECTOR-PREPARED SUMMARY OF THE MILESTONE INSPECTION REPORT AS DESCRIBED IN SECTION 553.899, FLORIDA STATUTES, IF APPLICABLE; A COPY OF THE TURNOVER INSPECTION REPORT DESCRIBED IN SECTION 718.301(4)(p) AND (q), FLORIDA STATUTES, IF APPLICABLE; AND A COPY OF THE ASSOCIATION’S MOST RECENT STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY RESERVE STUDY DESCRIBED IN SECTIONS 718.103(26) AND 718.112(2)(g), FLORIDA STATUTES, IF APPLICABLE, MORE THAN 15 DAYS, EXCLUDING SATURDAYS, SUNDAYS, AND LEGAL HOLIDAYS, BEFORE EXECUTION OF THIS CONTRACT; and
2. A clause which states: THIS AGREEMENT IS VOIDABLE BY BUYER BY DELIVERING WRITTEN NOTICE OF THE BUYER’S INTENTION TO CANCEL WITHIN 15 DAYS, EXCLUDING SATURDAYS, SUNDAYS, AND LEGAL HOLIDAYS, AFTER THE DATE OF EXECUTION OF THIS AGREEMENT BY THE BUYER AND RECEIPT BY BUYER OF A CURRENT COPY OF THE INSPECTOR-PREPARED SUMMARY OF THE MILESTONE INSPECTION REPORT AS DESCRIBED IN SECTION 553.899, FLORIDA STATUTES, IF APPLICABLE; A COPY OF THE TURNOVER INSPECTION REPORT DESCRIBED IN SECTION 718.301(4)(p) AND (q), FLORIDA STATUTES, IF APPLICABLE; AND A COPY OF THE ASSOCIATION’S MOST RECENT STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY RESERVE STUDY DESCRIBED IN SECTIONS 718.103(26) AND 718.112(2)(g), FLORIDA STATUTES, IF APPLICABLE. ANY PURPORTED WAIVER OF THESE VOIDABILITY RIGHTS SHALL BE OF NO EFFECT. BUYER MAY EXTEND THE TIME FOR CLOSING FOR A PERIOD OF NOT MORE THAN 15 DAYS, EXCLUDING SATURDAYS, SUNDAYS, AND LEGAL HOLIDAYS, AFTER THE BUYER RECEIVES A CURRENT COPY OF THE INSPECTOR-PREPARED SUMMARY OF THE MILESTONE INSPECTION REPORT AS DESCRIBED IN SECTION 553.899, FLORIDA STATUTES; A COPY OF THE TURNOVER INSPECTION REPORT DESCRIBED IN SECTION 718.301(4)(p) AND (q), FLORIDA STATUTES; OR A COPY OF THE ASSOCIATION’S MOST RECENT STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY RESERVE STUDY DESCRIBED IN SECTIONS 718.103(26) AND 718.112(2)(g), FLORIDA STATUTES, IF REQUESTED IN WRITING. BUYER’S RIGHT TO VOID THIS AGREEMENT SHALL TERMINATE AT CLOSING.

A contract that does not conform to the requirements of this paragraph is voidable at the option of the purchaser before closing.

(2) NONDEVELOPER DISCLOSURE.
(a) Each unit owner who is not a developer as defined by this chapter must comply with this subsection before the sale of his or her unit. Each prospective purchaser who has entered into a contract for the purchase of a condominium unit is entitled, at the seller’s expense, to a current copy of all of the following:
1. The declaration of condominium.
2. Articles of incorporation of the association.
3. Bylaws and rules of the association.
4. An annual financial statement and annual budget of the condominium association.
5. A copy of the inspector-prepared summary of the milestone inspection report as described in s. 553.899, if applicable.
6. The association’s most recent structural integrity reserve study or a statement that the association has not completed a structural integrity reserve study.
7. A copy of the inspection report described in s. 718.301(4)(p) and (q) for a turnover inspection performed on or after July 1, 2023.
8. The document entitled “Frequently Asked Questions and Answers” required by s. 718.504.
(b) The prospective purchaser is also entitled to receive from the seller a copy of a governance form. Such form shall be provided by the division summarizing governance of condominium associations. In addition to such other information as the division considers helpful to a prospective purchaser in understanding association governance, the governance form shall address the following subjects:
1. The role of the board in conducting the day-to-day affairs of the association on behalf of, and in the best interests of, the owners.
2. The board’s responsibility to provide advance notice of board and membership meetings.
3. The rights of owners to attend and speak at board and membership meetings.
4. The responsibility of the board and of owners with respect to maintenance of the condominium property.
5. The responsibility of the board and owners to abide by the condominium documents, this chapter, rules adopted by the division, and reasonable rules adopted by the board.
6. Owners’ rights to inspect and copy association records and the limitations on such rights.
7. Remedies available to owners with respect to actions by the board which may be abusive or beyond the board’s power and authority.
8. The right of the board to hire a property management firm, subject to its own primary responsibility for such management.
9. The responsibility of owners with regard to payment of regular or special assessments necessary for the operation of the property and the potential consequences of failure to pay such assessments.
10. The voting rights of owners.
11. Rights and obligations of the board in enforcement of rules in the condominium documents and rules adopted by the board.

The governance form shall also include the following statement in conspicuous type: “This publication is intended as an informal educational overview of condominium governance. In the event of a conflict, the provisions of chapter 718, Florida Statutes, rules adopted by the Division of Florida Condominiums, Timeshares, and Mobile Homes of the Department of Business and Professional Regulation, the provisions of the condominium documents, and reasonable rules adopted by the condominium association’s board of administration prevail over the contents of this publication.”

(c) If a person licensed under part I of chapter 475 provides to or otherwise obtains for a prospective purchaser the documents described in this subsection, the person is not liable for any error or inaccuracy contained in the documents.
(d) Each contract entered into after July 1, 1992, for the resale of a residential unit must contain in conspicuous type either:
1. A clause which states: THE BUYER HEREBY ACKNOWLEDGES THAT BUYER HAS BEEN PROVIDED A CURRENT COPY OF THE DECLARATION OF CONDOMINIUM, ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION OF THE ASSOCIATION, BYLAWS AND RULES OF THE ASSOCIATION, A COPY OF THE MOST RECENT ANNUAL FINANCIAL STATEMENT AND ANNUAL BUDGET, AND FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS DOCUMENT MORE THAN 7 DAYS, EXCLUDING SATURDAYS, SUNDAYS, AND LEGAL HOLIDAYS, BEFORE EXECUTION OF THIS CONTRACT; or
2. A clause which states: THIS AGREEMENT IS VOIDABLE BY BUYER BY DELIVERING WRITTEN NOTICE OF THE BUYER’S INTENTION TO CANCEL WITHIN 7 DAYS, EXCLUDING SATURDAYS, SUNDAYS, AND LEGAL HOLIDAYS, AFTER THE DATE OF EXECUTION OF THIS AGREEMENT BY THE BUYER AND RECEIPT BY BUYER OF A CURRENT COPY OF THE DECLARATION OF CONDOMINIUM, ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION, BYLAWS AND RULES OF THE ASSOCIATION, A COPY OF THE MOST RECENT ANNUAL FINANCIAL STATEMENT AND ANNUAL BUDGET, AND FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS DOCUMENT IF SO REQUESTED IN WRITING. ANY PURPORTED WAIVER OF THESE VOIDABILITY RIGHTS SHALL BE OF NO EFFECT. BUYER MAY EXTEND THE TIME FOR CLOSING FOR A PERIOD OF NOT MORE THAN 7 DAYS, EXCLUDING SATURDAYS, SUNDAYS, AND LEGAL HOLIDAYS, AFTER THE BUYER RECEIVES THE DECLARATION, ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION, BYLAWS AND RULES OF THE ASSOCIATION, AND A COPY OF THE MOST RECENT YEAR-END FINANCIAL STATEMENT AND ANNUAL BUDGET AND FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS DOCUMENT IF REQUESTED IN WRITING. BUYER’S RIGHT TO VOID THIS AGREEMENT SHALL TERMINATE AT CLOSING.

A contract that does not conform to the requirements of this paragraph is voidable at the option of the purchaser before closing.

(e) If the association is required to have completed a milestone inspection as described in s. 553.899, a turnover inspection report for a turnover inspection performed on or after July 1, 2023, or a structural integrity reserve study, and the association has not completed the milestone inspection, the turnover inspection report, or the structural integrity reserve study, each contract entered into after December 31, 2024, for the sale of a residential unit shall contain in conspicuous type a statement indicating that the association is required to have a milestone inspection, a turnover inspection report, or a structural integrity reserve study and has not completed such inspection, report, or study, as appropriate. If the association is not required to have a milestone inspection as described in s. 553.899 or a structural integrity reserve study, each contract entered into after December 31, 2024, for the sale of a residential unit shall contain in conspicuous type a statement indicating that the association is not required to have a milestone inspection or a structural integrity reserve study, as appropriate. If the association has completed a milestone inspection as described in s. 553.899, a turnover inspection report for a turnover inspection performed on or after July 1, 2023, or a structural integrity reserve study, each contract entered into after December 31, 2024, for the resale of a residential unit shall contain in conspicuous type:
1. A clause which states: THE BUYER HEREBY ACKNOWLEDGES THAT BUYER HAS BEEN PROVIDED A CURRENT COPY OF THE INSPECTOR-PREPARED SUMMARY OF THE MILESTONE INSPECTION REPORT AS DESCRIBED IN SECTION 553.899, FLORIDA STATUTES, IF APPLICABLE; A COPY OF THE TURNOVER INSPECTION REPORT DESCRIBED IN SECTION 718.301(4)(p) AND (q), FLORIDA STATUTES, IF APPLICABLE; AND A COPY OF THE ASSOCIATION’S MOST RECENT STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY RESERVE STUDY DESCRIBED IN SECTIONS 718.103(26) AND 718.112(2)(g), FLORIDA STATUTES, IF APPLICABLE, MORE THAN 7 DAYS, EXCLUDING SATURDAYS, SUNDAYS, AND LEGAL HOLIDAYS, BEFORE EXECUTION OF THIS CONTRACT; and
2. A clause which states: THIS AGREEMENT IS VOIDABLE BY BUYER BY DELIVERING WRITTEN NOTICE OF THE BUYER’S INTENTION TO CANCEL WITHIN 7 DAYS, EXCLUDING SATURDAYS, SUNDAYS, AND LEGAL HOLIDAYS, AFTER THE DATE OF EXECUTION OF THIS AGREEMENT BY THE BUYER AND RECEIPT BY BUYER OF A CURRENT COPY OF THE INSPECTOR-PREPARED SUMMARY OF THE MILESTONE INSPECTION REPORT AS DESCRIBED IN SECTION 553.899, FLORIDA STATUTES, IF APPLICABLE; A COPY OF THE TURNOVER INSPECTION REPORT DESCRIBED IN SECTION 718.301(4)(p) AND (q), FLORIDA STATUTES, IF APPLICABLE; AND A COPY OF THE ASSOCIATION’S MOST RECENT STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY RESERVE STUDY DESCRIBED IN SECTIONS 718.103(26) AND 718.112(2)(g), FLORIDA STATUTES, IF APPLICABLE. ANY PURPORTED WAIVER OF THESE VOIDABILITY RIGHTS SHALL BE OF NO EFFECT. BUYER MAY EXTEND THE TIME FOR CLOSING FOR A PERIOD OF NOT MORE THAN 7 DAYS, EXCLUDING SATURDAYS, SUNDAYS, AND LEGAL HOLIDAYS, AFTER THE BUYER RECEIVES A CURRENT COPY OF THE INSPECTOR-PREPARED SUMMARY OF THE MILESTONE INSPECTION REPORT AS DESCRIBED IN SECTION 553.899, FLORIDA STATUTES; A COPY OF THE TURNOVER INSPECTION REPORT DESCRIBED IN SECTION 718.301(4)(p) AND (q), FLORIDA STATUTES; OR A COPY OF THE ASSOCIATION’S MOST RECENT STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY RESERVE STUDY DESCRIBED IN SECTIONS 718.103(26) AND 718.112(2)(g), FLORIDA STATUTES, IF REQUESTED IN WRITING. BUYER’S RIGHT TO VOID THIS AGREEMENT SHALL TERMINATE AT CLOSING.

A contract that does not conform to the requirements of this paragraph is voidable at the option of the purchaser before closing.

(3) OTHER DISCLOSURES.
(a) If residential condominium parcels are offered for sale or lease prior to completion of construction of the units and of improvements to the common elements, or prior to completion of remodeling of previously occupied buildings, the developer must make available to each prospective purchaser or lessee, for his or her inspection at a place convenient to the site, a copy of the complete plans and specifications for the construction or remodeling of the unit offered to him or her and of the improvements to the common elements appurtenant to the unit.
(b) Sales brochures, if any, must be provided to each purchaser, and the following caveat in conspicuous type must be placed on the inside front cover or on the first page containing text material of the sales brochure, or otherwise conspicuously displayed: “ORAL REPRESENTATIONS CANNOT BE RELIED UPON AS CORRECTLY STATING REPRESENTATIONS OF THE DEVELOPER. FOR CORRECT REPRESENTATIONS, MAKE REFERENCE TO THIS BROCHURE AND TO THE DOCUMENTS REQUIRED BY SECTION 718.503, FLORIDA STATUTES, TO BE FURNISHED BY A DEVELOPER TO A BUYER OR LESSEE.” If timeshare estates have been or may be created with respect to any unit in the condominium, the sales brochure must contain the following statement in conspicuous type: “UNITS IN THIS CONDOMINIUM ARE SUBJECT TO TIMESHARE ESTATES.”
(c) If a unit is located within a condominium that is created within a portion of a building or within a multiple parcel building, the developer or nondeveloper unit owner must provide the disclosures required by s. 718.407(5).
History.s. 1, ch. 76-222; s. 1, ch. 77-174; s. 8, ch. 78-328; s. 16, ch. 79-314; s. 4, ch. 80-3; s. 2, ch. 82-199; s. 59, ch. 82-226; s. 18, ch. 84-368; s. 19, ch. 91-103; s. 5, ch. 91-426; s. 14, ch. 92-49; s. 869, ch. 97-102; s. 7, ch. 98-195; s. 5, ch. 98-322; s. 14, ch. 2002-27; s. 10, ch. 2004-345; s. 6, ch. 2004-353; s. 7, ch. 2007-80; s. 24, ch. 2008-28; s. 91, ch. 2009-21; s. 11, ch. 2022-269; s. 10, ch. 2023-203; s. 23, ch. 2024-244; s. 3, ch. 2025-166; s. 17, ch. 2025-175.

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Total Results: 41

City of Miami Beach v. Rocio Corp.

404 So. 2d 1066

District Court of Appeal of Florida | Filed: Apr 7, 1981 | Docket: 1782320

Cited 103 times | Published

prior to sale or lease. days. F. Section 718.503 provides Ordinance No. 80-2197, §

Garcia v. Santa Maria Resort, Inc.

528 F. Supp. 2d 1283, 2007 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 86193, 2007 WL 4127628

District Court, S.D. Florida | Filed: Nov 15, 2007 | Docket: 102582

Cited 22 times | Published

THIS CONTRACT AND THE DOCUMENTS REQUIRED BY SECTION 718.503, FLORIDA STATUTES, TO BE FURNISHED BY A DEVELOPER

Galstaldi v. SUNVEST COMMUNITIES USA, LLC

637 F. Supp. 2d 1045, 2009 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 45501, 2009 WL 1393425

District Court, S.D. Florida | Filed: Mar 25, 2009 | Docket: 2213418

Cited 14 times | Published

(AGREEMENT) AND THE DOCUMENTS REQUIRED BY SECTION 718.503, FLORIDA STATUTES, TO BE FURNISHED BY A DEVELOPER

Beachwood Villas Condominium v. Poor

448 So. 2d 1143

District Court of Appeal of Florida | Filed: Apr 11, 1984 | Docket: 1523145

Cited 12 times | Published

thus, the purchaser has adequate notice. See Section 718.503(2)(a), Florida Statutes (1983). Board rules

Grove Towers, Inc. v. Lopez

467 So. 2d 358, 10 Fla. L. Weekly 684

District Court of Appeal of Florida | Filed: Mar 12, 1985 | Docket: 1680470

Cited 9 times | Published

received certain documents as required by section 718.503(2), Florida Statutes (1979). Those documents

D & T Properties v. Marina Grande Assoc.

985 So. 2d 43, 2008 WL 2356855

District Court of Appeal of Florida | Filed: Jun 11, 2008 | Docket: 1673295

Cited 7 times | Published

right to cancel a purchase agreement under section 718.503(1)(a)1, Florida Statutes (2006). We hold that

Pilato v. Edge Investors, L.P.

609 F. Supp. 2d 1301, 2009 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 28825, 2009 WL 927762

District Court, S.D. Florida | Filed: Mar 30, 2009 | Docket: 1455962

Cited 5 times | Published

(2) violation of Florida's Condominium Act, Fla. Stat. 718.503(1)(a). Plaintiffs seek damages against Defendant

Bruno v. Mona Lisa at Celebration, LLC (In Re Mona Lisa at Celebration, LLC)

410 B.R. 710, 2009 Bankr. LEXIS 2287, 2009 WL 2581712

United States Bankruptcy Court, M.D. Florida | Filed: Aug 12, 2009 | Docket: 64700

Cited 4 times | Published

• Count V: Florida Condominium Act (Fla.Stat. § 718.503); • Count VI: Florida Condominium Act (Fla.Stat

BB Landmark, Inc. v. Haber

619 So. 2d 448, 18 Fla. L. Weekly Fed. D 1400

District Court of Appeal of Florida | Filed: Jun 8, 1993 | Docket: 1382318

Cited 4 times | Published

developer), appeals a summary judgment based on section 718.503(1)(a), Florida Statutes (1989), in favor of

Hindman v. Bischoff

534 So. 2d 743, 1988 WL 115954

District Court of Appeal of Florida | Filed: Nov 2, 1988 | Docket: 1295775

Cited 4 times | Published

within 15 days from the date of execution. See § 718.503, Fla. Stat. (1987).

N & C PROPERTIES v. Vanguard Bank & Trust Co.

519 So. 2d 1048, 13 Fla. L. Weekly 258, 1988 Fla. App. LEXIS 205, 1988 WL 3769

District Court of Appeal of Florida | Filed: Jan 22, 1988 | Docket: 1698635

Cited 4 times | Published

Alabama to void their contracts pursuant to section 718.503 and section 718.202, Florida Statutes, which

Snavely Siesta Associates, LLC v. Senker

34 So. 3d 813, 2010 Fla. App. LEXIS 7033, 2010 WL 2010843

District Court of Appeal of Florida | Filed: May 21, 2010 | Docket: 1641680

Cited 3 times | Published

that he was revoking the contract pursuant to section 718.503, Florida Statutes (2007), and he demanded a

In Re Suncoast Towers East Associates

241 B.R. 476, 13 Fla. L. Weekly Fed. B 21, 1999 Bankr. LEXIS 1495

United States Bankruptcy Court, S.D. Florida. | Filed: Oct 27, 1999 | Docket: 1822627

Cited 3 times | Published

Property. Therefore, pursuant to Florida Statute § 718.503, Meruelo claims he has the right to cancel the

CHARTERHOUSE ASSOCIATES, LTD., INC. v. VALENCIA RESERVE HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC.

262 So. 3d 761

District Court of Appeal of Florida | Filed: Nov 28, 2018 | Docket: 8338765

Cited 2 times | Published

the purchaser has adequate notice. See Section 718.503(2)(a), Florida Statutes (1983). Board

Bruno v. Mona Lisa at Celebration, LLC (In re Mona Lisa at Celebration, LLC)

472 B.R. 582

United States Bankruptcy Court, M.D. Florida | Filed: May 16, 2012 | Docket: 65783932

Cited 2 times | Published

purchasers, in violation of Florida Condominium Act § 718.503. • Count X — Mona Lisa made material misrepresentations

Mastaler v. Hollywood Ocean Group, L.L.C.

10 So. 3d 1114, 2009 Fla. App. LEXIS 3193, 2009 WL 996382

District Court of Appeal of Florida | Filed: Apr 15, 2009 | Docket: 1132393

Cited 2 times | Published

agreement contains a provision which tracks section 718.503, Florida Statutes (2008), which provides that

McGuinness v. Prospect Aragon, LLC

981 So. 2d 496, 2008 Fla. App. LEXIS 3482, 2008 WL 649587

District Court of Appeal of Florida | Filed: Mar 12, 2008 | Docket: 1399979

Cited 2 times | Published

purchase of condominiums is controlled by section 718.503 of the Florida Statutes (2005). That statute

Clone, Inc. v. Orr

476 So. 2d 1300, 10 Fla. L. Weekly 2071

District Court of Appeal of Florida | Filed: Sep 5, 1985 | Docket: 1681538

Cited 2 times | Published

required to be furnished to a buyer under section 718.503, and provides that prior to such filing, a

Clone, Inc. v. Orr

476 So. 2d 1300, 10 Fla. L. Weekly 2071

District Court of Appeal of Florida | Filed: Sep 5, 1985 | Docket: 1681538

Cited 2 times | Published

required to be furnished to a buyer under section 718.503, and provides that prior to such filing, a

Freitag v. LAKES OF CARRIAGE HILLS

467 So. 2d 708, 10 Fla. L. Weekly 565

District Court of Appeal of Florida | Filed: Mar 6, 1985 | Docket: 1680720

Cited 2 times | Published

of the statutory written notice created by section 718.503, Florida Statutes (1983); and the seller would

Asbury Arms Devel. v. Florida Dept. of Bus.

456 So. 2d 1291

District Court of Appeal of Florida | Filed: Oct 3, 1984 | Docket: 1732148

Cited 2 times | Published

void an agreement for purchase provided in section 718.503, Florida Statutes (1983). We affirm. Prior

Bruno v. Mona Lisa at Celebration, LLC (In Re Mona Lisa at Celebration, LLC)

436 B.R. 179, 2010 WL 3359527

United States Bankruptcy Court, M.D. Florida | Filed: Aug 5, 2010 | Docket: 2065157

Cited 1 times | Published

• Count V: Florida Condominium Act (Fla.Stat. § 718.503); • Count VI: Florida Condominium Act (Fla.Stat

Winkler v. Lawyers Title Insurance Corp.

41 So. 3d 414, 2010 Fla. App. LEXIS 11266, 2010 WL 3023370

District Court of Appeal of Florida | Filed: Aug 4, 2010 | Docket: 2397712

Cited 1 times | Published

THIS CONTRACT AND THE DOCUMENTS REQUIRED BY SECTION 718.503, FLORIDA STATUTES, TO BE FURNISHED BY A DEVELOPER

In Re Laketown Wharf Marketing Corp.

433 B.R. 401

United States Bankruptcy Court, N.D. Florida | Filed: Jun 7, 2010 | Docket: 1783256

Cited 1 times | Published

be delivered to him by the developer under section 718.503. Florida Statutes. The second voidability provision

Kaufman v. Swire Pacific Holdings, Inc.

675 F. Supp. 2d 1148, 2009 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 118673, 2009 WL 4932716

District Court, S.D. Florida | Filed: Dec 18, 2009 | Docket: 2375880

Cited 1 times | Published

make reference to the documents required by section 718.503 Florida Statutes to be furnished by developer

Kirian v. HAVEN FEDERAL SAV. AND LOAN ASS'N

560 So. 2d 380, 1990 Fla. App. LEXIS 2935, 1990 WL 52801

District Court of Appeal of Florida | Filed: Apr 27, 1990 | Docket: 1739493

Cited 1 times | Published

appellants with the documents required by section 718.503(2) and (3), Florida Statutes, and agreed to

Jorge Alvarez, Jr. v. Gonzalo Gamba

District Court of Appeal of Florida | Filed: Jun 18, 2025 | Docket: 70572359

Published

court’s entry of final summary judgment. See § 718.503(2)(d)2., Fla. Stat. 1 The Sellers also challenge

JEFFREY BYDALEK v. EDUARDO SAENZ

District Court of Appeal of Florida | Filed: Aug 2, 2023 | Docket: 67404469

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to include the operative language above. See § 718.503(2)(d)2., Fla. Stat. (2021). The statute further

Scarfone v. P.C.-Plantation, LLP

59 So. 3d 371, 2011 Fla. App. LEXIS 6339, 2011 WL 1661397

District Court of Appeal of Florida | Filed: May 4, 2011 | Docket: 60299706

Published

complaint, alleging that Plantation violated section 718.503, Florida Statutes, by converting the condominiums

Corus Construction Venture, LLC v. Laketown Wharf Marketing Corp. (In re Laketown Wharf Marketing Corp.)

433 B.R. 401

United States Bankruptcy Court, N.D. Florida | Filed: Jun 7, 2010 | Docket: 65783515

Published

be delivered to him by the developer under section 718.503. Florida Statutes. The second voidability provision

Ahern v. Fidelity National Title Insurance

664 F. Supp. 2d 1224, 2009 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 93549

District Court, M.D. Florida | Filed: Oct 7, 2009 | Docket: 2345783

Published

purports to state a claim pursuant to FLA. STAT. § 718.503, which provides, in pertinent part: Copies of

Hiaeve v. Fenster

11 So. 3d 468, 2009 Fla. App. LEXIS 8490, 2009 WL 1766627

District Court of Appeal of Florida | Filed: Jun 24, 2009 | Docket: 60229985

Published

PER CURIAM. Affirmed. See § 718.503(2), Fla. Stat. (2006).

Ashraf v. SWIRE PACIFIC HOLDINGS, INC.

752 F. Supp. 2d 1266, 2009 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 129785, 2009 WL 7011942

District Court, S.D. Florida | Filed: Feb 27, 2009 | Docket: 2336342

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may be voided by that person. . . ." Fla. Stat. § 718.503 (2008). By signing and acknowledging receipt of

Riedlinger v. Rousset

910 So. 2d 302, 2005 Fla. App. LEXIS 12795, 2005 WL 1993512

District Court of Appeal of Florida | Filed: Aug 19, 2005 | Docket: 64840292

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entitles the buyer to a refund of any deposit. § 718.503, Fla. Stat. (2003). A developer is “a person who

Oceania Joint Venture v. Trillium, Inc.

681 So. 2d 881, 1996 Fla. App. LEXIS 11087, 1996 WL 603647

District Court of Appeal of Florida | Filed: Oct 23, 1996 | Docket: 64768474

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note 2. . This provision was required by section 718.503, Florida Statutes (1987). . It also appears

Palm-Aire Country Club Apartments Condominium, Inc. v. FPA Corp.

559 So. 2d 277, 1990 Fla. App. LEXIS 2063, 1990 WL 33510

District Court of Appeal of Florida | Filed: Mar 28, 1990 | Docket: 64649487

Published

THIS CONTRACT AND THE DOCUMENTS REQUIRED BY SECTION 718.503, FLORIDA STATUTES, TO BE FURNISHED BY A DEVELOPER

Horizons North Condominium No. 1 Ass'n v. Norbro I

551 So. 2d 526, 14 Fla. L. Weekly 2147, 1989 Fla. App. LEXIS 5039, 1989 WL 104049

District Court of Appeal of Florida | Filed: Sep 12, 1989 | Docket: 64645907

Published

representations and referring the purchaser instead to Section 718.503 of the Florida Statutes. By contrast, the contract

Revac, S.A. v. Arthur V. Woodward, P.A.

550 So. 2d 3, 14 Fla. L. Weekly 1254, 1989 Fla. App. LEXIS 2877, 1989 WL 52137

District Court of Appeal of Florida | Filed: May 19, 1989 | Docket: 64645461

Published

the condominium disclosure requirements of section 718.503,-Florida Statutes (1981). These purchase agreements

Rustbrook—S.C.B. (U.S.), Inc. v. Sauermann

460 So. 2d 386, 9 Fla. L. Weekly 2303, 1984 Fla. App. LEXIS 15704

District Court of Appeal of Florida | Filed: Nov 2, 1984 | Docket: 64608608

Published

voidable. However, rule 7D-18.01 is based on section 718.503(2), Florida Statutes, which provides that the

Finst Development, Inc. v. State, Department of Business Regulation, Division of Florida Land Sales and Condominiums

456 So. 2d 952

District Court of Appeal of Florida | Filed: Sep 18, 1984 | Docket: 64607091

Published

required to be furnished to buyer or lessee by Section 718.503 (disclosure) and Section 718.504 (prospectus

Bruce v. O'Neill

445 So. 2d 379, 1984 Fla. App. LEXIS 11607

District Court of Appeal of Florida | Filed: Feb 1, 1984 | Docket: 64602860

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cancellation and oral representations as required by Section 718.503(l)(a) and (b), Florida Statutes (1981). It