Some condo owners at Tiki Condos in Manasota Key in the Bayside building one, found themselves locked out of their own units. The situation stems from post storm repairs after Hurricanes Milton and Helene.

Becky Snyder, a condo owner and HOA board member, expressed her frustration with contractor Venice Renovations.

"It was back in June that we were told that we would not be able to access our units, that he was locking us out," Snyder said. When Snyder and her husband returned to check on their units, they discovered "No Trespassing" signs posted on their doors. These signs referenced Florida Statute 810.09, warning that entering could be considered felony trespassing on an active construction site. The law restricts entry to authorized workers only, aiming to protect property owners and contractors from liability or damage during ongoing work. "We were wanting to drop off some material, get some measurements, make sure the things we have in our units still are there… and he won't accommodate us," said Snyder. "He's like, I can come and unlock it in two days, or now it's four days later, almost a week later."

However, it remains unclear who ordered the posting of the signs and why owners are being denied access.

WINK News reached out to the HOA president, who redirected inquiries to the property management company, Duke Professional Management.

Calls were also made to the contractor, Venice Renovations, but they too directed us to the property manager.

Homeowners are seeking access to their property and clarity on why they've been kept out. Duke Professional Management has not responded to our phone inquiry after leaving a number and email.

WINK News is actively working to obtain answers regarding the decision to restrict access and what it will take for owners to regain entry.