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Operating rules are important tools for community associations. They supplement the CC&Rs and can provide important details regarding the use of the common area and the separate interests within the development. However, we are frequently presented with rules adopted by boards that are impossible to enforce. Rules are not self-enforcing; therefore, rules cannot simply be […]
The ABCs of HOA committees, including executive vs. advisory committees and meeting and minute requirements. Whether your community is large or small, the responsibilities of the board of directors are tremendous. From collections to maintenance, homeowner complaints, and architectural review, even boards of associations with professional management can find themselves overwhelmed. The formation of committees […]
Many homeowner associations have declarations of covenants, conditions and restrictions (CC&Rs) that limit the number of rentals allowed in a community. (As of January 1, 2021, rental caps cannot be lower than 25%.) How can a homeowner association enforce these limitations? What challenges do associations face when attempting to enforce rental caps? What tools are […]
We are halfway through 2024, and confusion regarding the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) still abounds. This new law requires corporations (including community associations) to file a report identifying all “beneficial owners,” defined as individuals who own or exercise “substantial control” over a corporation. There are five specific pieces of personal identifying information that must be […]
Part 3 of 3: California HOA Insurance Issues Insurance carriers throughout California are non-renewing homeowner association insurance policies. As a result, premiums and deductibles for available policies are increasing exponentially and the level of coverage offered is decreasing. In the final part of a three-part monthly series, we discuss how we got here and what […]
Part 2 of 3: California HOA Insurance Issues Insurance carriers throughout California are non-renewing homeowner association insurance policies. As a result, premiums and deductibles for available policies are increasing exponentially and the level of coverage offered is decreasing. In part two of a three-part monthly series, we discuss what to do when insurance policies are […]
“Reserve Study.” The term is common HOA lexicon that just about everyone in our industry has heard. Managers know their associations need them. Board members know that they need them. But what are Reserve Studies, really, and why are they getting so much attention now? Well, it all comes down to – what else − […]
Community association pools are considered “public pools” for purposes of the California Building Code’s pool signage requirements. “No Lifeguard,” capacity, and “No Diving” signs are among those required to be posted. Pool rules, while not required, are strongly recommended. Adopting rules provides associations with a way to promote safety and proper conduct around the pool […]
Pool Signage Requirements in Community Associations It’s time to dive into pool signage! California considers community association pools to be “public pools” for the purpose of the California Building Code’s (“CBC”) pool signage requirements. As your community prepares for pool season, take a moment ensure your pool signs are up to date with current […]
Have you had trouble reaching quorum for your election of directors? Has your association been in the tough position of trying to elect a board, but the number of ballots returned by the election date does not meet the minimum quorum requirements set forth in the governing documents? If you answered “yes” to both these […]
