How to send a HOA violation notice in Florida

In Florida, a HOA violation notice may be delivered by First-Class mail, email, hand delivery; certified mail is not a listed method. The notice period is 14 days.

Last reviewed September 21, 2026 · Business research, not legal advice.

Requirement	Florida HOA violation notice
Delivery method	First-Class mail, email, hand delivery — Cortul also sends a First-Class copy.
Notice period	14 days (calendar days)
Deemed received	When it is mailed
Notice must include	At least 14 days written notice and an opportunity for a hearing before an independent committee Fine may not exceed $100 per violation or $1000 in the aggregate unless governing documents allow more; fine under $1000 cannot become a lien
If refused or unclaimed	Refused mail is treated as received; unclaimed mail gets a First-Class copy as the additional step courts look for.
Statutes	Fla. Stat. §720.305(2)(b)

Step by step

Write the notice with every required element (the Florida template in Cortul already has them).
Verify the recipient's mailing address with USPS.
Send it by a method the law allows, and keep a mailed copy.
Keep the mailing and tracking records, and your own record of any service you did yourself.
Calendar the deadline from the mailing date.