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title: Can a Condo Restrict Flooring Types?
description: Can condominium associations restrict flooring types, and what rules typically apply to first-floor units?
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# [Can a Condo Restrict Flooring Types?](https://www.condoassociation.com/blog/condo-flooring-restrictions-first-floor)

 Written by [CondoAssociation.com](https://www.condoassociation.com/blog/author/condoassociationcom) | Thu, Jan 22, 2026 @ 04:00 PM

*This question was** **submitted** **by** **Rustina G.** **of** **Florida* 

Can a condominium association prohibit hardwood or tile flooring in first-floor units because it’s unfair to other owners, even though owners are responsible for the interior of their units? You own the inside so what right would they have? 

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