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Chapter 558 Guides
A construction defect is stressful enough without having to decode a statute on top of it. These guides walk through Florida's Chapter 558 in plain English, with real examples, checklists and every deadline that matters, whether you own a home, run an association or help people who do.
The notice
What a Florida 558 Notice Must Contain (With a Checklist)
What a Florida Chapter 558 notice of claim must include: the statute reference, each defect, known damage, clear locations, and a checklist before you serve it.
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Deadlines
Chapter 558 Deadlines Explained: Every Clock, in Order
How long a contractor has to respond to a Florida 558 notice, when inspection happens, when you can file, and which deadlines are yours. Every clock, in order.
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Owners and associations
Chapter 558 for Condo Associations and HOAs vs. Individual Owners
How Florida's Chapter 558 changes when a condo, HOA, co-op or mobile home park association brings the claim: the 20-parcel rule, longer clocks and unit access.
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Getting help
Do I Need a Lawyer for a 558 Notice? An Honest Answer
Chapter 558 doesn't require a lawyer to send a notice of claim. Here's when doing it yourself is reasonable, and the red flags that mean you should call one.
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Serving it
How to Serve a 558 Notice in Florida (and Prove You Did)
Florida's Chapter 558 recognizes three ways to serve a notice of claim. Here's who gets it, how to send it by certified mail, and what proof to keep.
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What comes next
What Happens After You Serve a Florida 558 Notice
Served a Florida 558 notice? Here's what comes next: the builder's inspection, the written response, the five response types and your 45 days to answer.
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