Fla. Stat. §718.116

Estoppel Certificates — Condominium Act

Florida's Condominium Act requires 19 disclosure items in estoppel certificates. Buyers have 15 days to rescind. Certificates valid for 30 days.

Status Active

Verified Mar 9, 2026

Assessment

Ref	Requirement
(8)(a)	Assessment paid-through date and next assessment due date
(8)(b)	All assessments, fees, and charges levied against the unit, itemized
(8)(c)	Approved special assessments that are scheduled to be levied
(8)(d)	Assessments to be levied against the unit in the next 12 months
(8)(e)	Capital contribution or transfer fees due upon sale or transfer
(8)(f)	Other fees payable by the unit owner to the association

Compliance

Ref	Requirement
(8)(n)	Pending litigation to which the association is a party

Disclosure

Ref	Requirement
(8)(j)	Other associations or entities serving the property
(8)(q)	Parking space or storage unit designation for the unit
(9)	Certificate validity period and preparation date

Enforcement

Ref	Requirement
(8)(g)	Outstanding violations of record against the unit

Financial

Ref	Requirement
(8)(m)	Current year operating budget
(8)(p)	Most recent financial report or balance sheet

Governance

Ref	Requirement
(8)(h)	Whether board approval is required for transfer of the unit
(8)(i)	Right of first refusal and whether it has been exercised
(8)(o)	Declaration, articles, bylaws, rules, and all amendments
(8)(r)	Restrictions on use, lease, or rental of the unit

Insurance

Ref	Requirement
(8)(k)	Insurance coverage description and contact information for insurance agent

Reserves

Ref	Requirement
(8)(l)	Amount of reserves and designation for specified projects

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