Last Week in Florida Construction Law
A court decision narrows the application of Florida's lien discharge statute, a new statute affecting roofing contracts, and an update on new laws impacting contractors.
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Court Refuses to Discharge Lien Where Subcontractor Failed to Serve Notice to Owner
The decision issued by Florida’s Fourth District Court of Appeal found that where a property owner alleged in its complaint that the lien should be discharged due to the contractor’s failure to serve a notice to owner, 713.21(4) did not apply. Click here to read the full article.
New Law is Just the Latest Set of New Requirements for Roofing Contracts in Florida
Since 2019, roofing contractors in Florida have been subject to a litany of new regulations, including restrictions on advertising methods and certain disclosure requirements in their contracts. Yesterday, May, 2, 2024, Governor DeSantis signed HB 939, which becomes law on July 1, 2024. The new statute imposes new disclosure requirements on roofing contractors and gives homeowners new contract cancellation rights. Roofing contractors in Florida need to evaluate their contracts and contact their attorneys to ensure they comply with the new requirements.
Where are the 8 bills affecting the construction industry in the process of becoming laws?
HB 267 - Changes to Building Codes Act - passed by legislature
HB 535 - Low Voltage Fences and Alarms - passed by legislature
HB 1335 - Local Licensing Boards and Homeowners’ Recovery Fund Limits - in Governor’s office, must be acted on by May 10, 2024
HB 481 - HVAC Scope of Work and Warranties - passed by legislature
HB 917 - Local Journeyman Licensing - signed by Governor; takes effect July 1, 2024
HB 939 - Roofing Contract Cancellation and Disclosures - signed by Governor, takes effect July 1, 2024
SB 1142 - Extension of Local Licensing Deadlines - passed by legislature
HB 623 - Mandatory Warranties for Newly Constructed Homes - signed by Governor; takes effect July 1, 2025
Click here for more information and details about each one of these statutes.
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Jason Lambert is a Florida licensed attorney, Board Certified in Construction Law, who focuses his practice on representing and advising contractors, subcontractors, and material suppliers in the construction industry throughout the state of Florida. Before law school, Jason spent a decade working in the construction industry, primarily as a project manager and operations director for both new construction and remodeling. He also has experience in the wholesale and retail electrical, flooring, and countertop industries.
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