Verandah’s governing documents (e.g., Declaration of Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions (CC&Rs), Bylaws, and Articles of Incorporation) were adopted in 2002. Over the past 20+ years Florida HOA law has changed, management best practices have evolved, and the needs of our community have changed. Equally important is that in 2026 it is likely the developer will complete the construction of all homes and at that time their governance role in the community will end.
The objectives of the VCA Board in this process are threefold: (1) ensure the VCA operates within Florida statutes; (2) remove outdated provisions and address ambiguities that cause confusion; and (3) update governance to better align with homeowner needs, support property values, and meet the community’s long-term goals.
This summer the VCA engaged legal counsel to advise the Board and to prepare draft documents for community review in early 2026. This process is called amending and restating governing documents. It will ensure that our documents are clear, current, and aligned with both state law and the community’s vision for the future. By engaging in this process now, we can ensure that Verandah remains a highly desirable, well-managed, and neighborly place to call home for years to come.
Amending and restating – a legal process to review Verandah’s governing documents, identify needed changes, and create updated documents. As work progresses our Neighborhood Representatives and homeowners will be engaged by the VCA Board. Draft documents will be available for review in 2026. Once approved the documents will be recorded with the county and officially replace the prior versions.
