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HB 6005

Statute of Repose for Actions by Condominium Associations

2025 Regular Session Introduced by John Snyder

HB 6005 would limit Florida condo associations' legal timeframe to sue builders for construction defects, protecting developers but potentially restricting owner remedies.

Died in Civil Justice & Claims Subcommittee
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Bill Summary · HB 6005

Legislative bill overview

HB 6005 would establish a statute of repose limiting the timeframe during which condominium associations can bring legal actions against developers, contractors, and other parties for construction defects. The bill sets specific deadlines after which claims become legally barred, regardless of when the defect is discovered.

Why is this important

This directly affects condo owners' ability to seek remedies for construction problems, as associations often pursue these claims on behalf of residents. The statute of repose creates certainty for builders and contractors but potentially restricts remedies available to condo communities discovering defects years after construction. Florida's condo market involves hundreds of thousands of units, making this a significant consumer protection and construction industry issue.

Potential points of contention

  • Balancing act between consumer protection and builder liability: Strict repose periods protect developers from indefinite liability but may prevent associations from addressing legitimate defects discovered after the deadline
  • Discovery rule conflict: The bill's fixed timeline could bar claims before defects become apparent, disadvantaging owners unaware of problems within the repose window
  • Developer vs. homeowner interests: Strong developer protections may shift construction defect costs entirely onto condo owners who had no control over construction quality

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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