HOA Management Guide · Updated January 2026
Castle Group manages 500+ communities. They must follow state law before fining you. Most don't.
How to Fight a Castle Group HOA Fine
Castle Group is a major HOA management company headquartered in Plantation, FL. If they've issued you a violation notice or fine, state law gives you specific procedural rights — and procedural defects void fines.
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Common Castle Group Fines
These are violations Castle Group frequently fines for. Most are contestable when proper procedure isn't followed.
Balcony / lanai storage
Typical: $50-250ContestableRule must be in recorded declaration, not house rules alone
Unapproved window treatment
Typical: $100-500ContestableFlorida requires uniform appearance rules to be in declaration
Pet weight / breed restriction
Typical: $50-300ContestableESA / service animal protections override condo pet rules
Short-term rental violation
Typical: $100-1000/dayContestableMust be in recorded declaration with proper amendment process
Move-in / move-out fee
Typical: $100-500ContestableFlorida caps certain transfer-related fees
Hurricane shutter installation
Typical: $100-500ContestableFlorida statute protects shutter installation rights
Procedural Defects That Void Castle Group Fines
- •Florida 14-day notice rule not followed (Fla. Stat. § 718.303 / § 720.305)
- •Fining committee not independent of the board
- •Fine exceeded $100/day and $1,000 aggregate cap (Chapter 720)
- •No written notice of hearing 14 days in advance
- •Hurricane / storm protection rights violated
Castle Group is hired by your HOA board, but they still must follow state law. Upload your violation notice and we'll audit every procedural requirement to find the defects that void your fine.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Florida 14-day notice rule for HOA / condo fines?
Under Fla. Stat. § 718.303 (condos) and § 720.305 (HOAs), the association must give 14 days written notice and an opportunity for hearing before a fine is enforceable. Castle Group, as agent, must follow this exactly.
Is there a cap on Florida HOA fines?
Yes. For HOAs under Chapter 720, fines are capped at $100 per day and $1,000 in aggregate unless governing documents allow more. Condo fine caps are similar under Chapter 718.
Can Castle Group enforce a rule against my hurricane shutters?
Generally no. Florida Statute § 718.113 protects unit owners' right to install hurricane protection that meets the Florida Building Code, even over HOA objection.
Does the fining committee have to be independent?
Yes. Florida law requires the fining committee to be made up of members who are not board members, officers, or related to them.
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Based on state HOA law · 94% of notices have procedural defects