I live in an adult condo association in Florida and the other day I received a certified letter stating that I cannot have a roommate unless this person is dispossessed. This roommate is also above the age 55 requirement and I cannot conceive how by law that the condo association can tell me who can live with me. I am seeking some free legal advice on this matter. May I also add that this is a two bedroom unit and it just the two of us that reside there. Thanks.

You need to read your condo bylaws. Very often, especially in a adult community as you describe, the condo association has the right to approve anyone who lives there. So before you do anything you need to read the by laws and determine what powers the assn has.

Thank you Scott, yes this helps and I will check into the bylaws further.

Hello nn:

HOA's are worst than Nazi's. Well OK, not worse, but just as bad.

excon

Yes, read your condo bi-laws or just call the management and ask your question. Not all HOA are like Nazi's but some can get carried away. Remember the HO part of HOA is that it consists of home owners and must exist according to the bi-laws. It is unfortunate but many people buy into a condo without understanding the restrictions.