Architectural guidelines, design rules or architectural standards establish an HOA’s policies and procedures for changes to an owner’s property.

When there is a community issue that needs to be addressed as soon as possible, HOA petitions are used to organize a special meeting.

When condo and HOA rules lack flexibility and insight, associations may end up starring in real-life horror stories.

Selective enforcement is when a homeowners association enforces a rule against some, but not all homeowners.

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Bill 1588 aims to help Texas owners and associations remove some of the constricting or archaic rules that make HOA living less enjoyable.

While the FHA seems straightforward, it can be hard for HOAs to balance individual needs of owners with collective needs of the association.

Does living in an HOA impact what owners can do when it comes to surveillance cameras? Yes, but owners should still be able to use them.

HOA lawsuits are not uncommon. The good news is that most lawsuits filed against HOAs do not go before a judge.

The goal of the CC&Rs is to protect, preserve, and enhance property values in the HOA, so this document must be detailed and thorough.

When talking about strata council members’ roles and responsibilities, there is almost always an emphasis placed on the requirement to enforce the bylaws and rules. Rule enforcement, while not something council members look forward to, is a critical part of maintaining a safe and enjoyable environment for the people who live in the strata. If […]

When someone buys a home that belongs to a planned community with covenants, they are generally expected to pay fees and assessments to a homeowners’ association. Though most owners pay these fees without any problems, HOAs can take serious action if an owner refuses to keep up with their financial obligations. Download our notice of […]

Every condo community is required to operate according to its rules and bylaws. Owners, tenants and visitors are all expected to follow them. And while they may feel burdensome at times, rules help promote the safety of owners, and prevent unreasonable interference to the use and enjoyment of the building, common elements, and individual units. […]

In 2017, news broke that a group of Toronto condo board members conspired to divert hundreds of thousands of dollars from a building’s operating budget into their own pockets. The group posed as condo owners, forged ballots and managed to take control of a condo board in 2016. Some of these individuals had allegedly infiltrated as many […]

When an HOA is turned over from a declarant, developer or builder, and control is given to members who live in the development, this process is referred to as the transition. HOA transitions are critically important to the future health and stability of developments. The group responsible for taking over will almost certainly require professional assistance from […]