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🏡 Welcome to Our New Community News Blog and Resource Website! We’re thrilled to launch this new digital space for the Hills of Inverrary community—a place where staying informed, engaged, and connected is just a click away. Whether you’re looking for the latest updates, want to explore upcoming events, or need access to important documents, this site is built with you in mind. We’ll be sharing news, resources, and opportunities to get involved—plus helpful posts on topics that matter most to our residents. You’ll also find: A Community Resources page packed with contact info, documents, and helpful links A Blog section (right here!) where we’ll post stories, announcements, and spotlights on our neighbors And soon, more interactive features based on your feedback We invite you to bookmark the page, subscribe for updates, and become part of the ongoing conversation that makes Inverrary such a special place to call home. Thanks for being here—let’s grow this community, together. Note:...
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✍️ Hills of Inverrary Blog Update & Records Request Template

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Hello Neighbors,

I know it’s been a little while since my last post — I’ve been busy with consulting projects and watching football games, but I wanted to take a moment to update everyone. Over the past few weeks, I’ve been receiving requests from residents who want to obtain official documents from the Hills of Inverrary Association.

To make this easier for everyone, I’ve prepared a template letter based on Florida Statute 718, which governs condominium associations. Under this statute, unit owners have the legal right to inspect and copy official records of the association.

📑 Best Practices for Requesting Documents

  • Email the letter to the Association office for speed.
  • Send a certified copy with return receipt to ensure proof of delivery.
  • Keep a copy of your request for your records.

📜 Template Letter (Florida Statute 718 Request - Cut & Paste)

[Your Name]  

[Your Address]  

[City, State, ZIP]  

[Email Address]  

[Phone Number]  

[Date]  

Board of Directors  

Hills of Inverrary Association Inc.

3417 Heather Ter, Lauderhill FL 33319

Re: Request for Official Records Pursuant to Florida Statute 718  

Dear Board Members,  

As a unit owner in the Hills of Inverrary community, I am formally requesting access to inspect and/or obtain copies of the Association’s official records, as provided under Florida Statute 718.111(12).  

Specifically, I am requesting the following documents:  

1. Current year and prior year’s **budget and financial statements**  

2. Minutes of **Board of Directors meetings** for the past 12 months  

3. The Association’s **insurance policies**  

4. The current **roster of unit owners** (with mailing addresses)  

5. Any **contracts or agreements** entered into by the Association in the past year  

Please confirm receipt of this request and provide a timeline for when these records will be available for inspection or copying.  

Thank you for your attention to this matter.  

Sincerely,  

[Your Signature]  

[Your Printed Name]  

📚 References

  • Florida Statute 718.111(12) – Official records must be maintained and made available to unit owners.
  • Associations are required to respond within 10 business days of receiving a written request.
  • Failure to comply can result in statutory penalties.

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Location: Lauderhill, FL, USA

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