Oakland HOAs are quietly installing surveillance cameras to watch public roads (CA)

Last October, the city of Oakland announced it would soon be installing 300 automated license plate readers—cameras that monitor public streets and instantly scan vehicle license plates, running them against “hot lists” for stolen cars or vehicles associated with crimes.  But the rollout of Oakland’s big new vehicle surveillance system has gotten bogged down as […]

Miami Beach looks to hire a condo ombudsman (FL)

A call to find city funds to hire a condominium ombudsperson has been referred to Miami Beach’s Finance and Economic Resiliency Committee.  “In order to properly implement the Condominium Assistance Charter Amendment,” the resolution that city commissioners referred says, “the city should create a position for a professional with relevant experience assisting condominium and/or co-op […]

What drove Jewfish Key residents to petition for de-annexation? (FL)

Off the coast of Longboat Key’s north end, Jewfish Key is home to about 38 acres and eight properties. The property owners question whether it makes sense to be a part of Longboat Key.  On Jan. 16, the Jewfish Key Preservation Association, Inc. submitted a petition for de-annexation, or contraction, to the town of Longboat […]

HOA asks city to take over street maintenance (MO)

Leaders of a Washington homeowners association called on the city to take over maintenance of private streets in their neighborhood and raised questions about how the current arrangement, under which the HOA is responsible for maintenance, came to be in the first place.   Read the article…………………………….

Downtown Denver condo residents say bicycle lane poses safety concerns (CO)

Residents in a downtown Denver condominium say the installation of a bicycle lane is causing safety issues for the people living there.  This past August, the city installed a bicycle lane outside of Windsor Condominiums along Larimer Street.  But residents call it a hazard every time they step out their front doorstep.   Read the article…………………………….

Free capital reserve studies available for APCHA condo units (CO)

The Aspen-Pitkin County Housing Authority (APCHA) is seeking participants in a free initiative aimed at supporting homeowners’ associations (HOAs) in long-term planning for maintenance and major repairs.  APCHA will fund 100% of the study costs, which amounts to nearly $167,000. The studies will seek to understand the financial health of HOAs in relation to future […]

HOA’s have different rules what it means for Police and streets (WA)

The city of Liberty Lake is known for its winding paths, street trees and homeowner’s associations. Recently, however, residents of some neighborhoods have been questioning the services they receive from the city, particularly police patrols and traffic enforcement.  Many neighborhoods in Liberty Lake were built by Greenstone Corporation, which set up HOA’s for each neighborhood. […]

Lauderhill leaders address public safety concerns at HOA event (FL)

City leaders gathered with department and homeowners association representatives Thursday to discuss a lengthy agenda of issues impacting Lauderhill, including public safety, taxes, code enforcement and storm water management.  “We do this community leaders breakfast about once every three to four months,” Commissioner S. “Ray” Martin said. “The idea is to make sure that we […]

Town To Finalize Easement Agreement with Condo Association Near Mead Pond (CT)

Town officials last week approved funds for a survey of a condominium association’s property that includes an area along the eastern edge of Mead Pond.  The town didn’t realize when it proposed spending federal American Rescue Act funds to create a Flexi-pave walk around the pond two years ago that the abutting Park Slope condo […]

Dallas Embarks on Urban Renaissance with “ForwardDallas” Plan and Digital Initiatives for Neighborhoods and Businesses (TX)

The Neighborhood Organization Map (NOM) available for viewing online, is a voluntary registry showcasing active neighborhood organizations across Dallas.  PUD uses NOM to involve homeowner associations, neighborhood associations, and neighborhood coalitions more directly in urban development processes.   Read the article…………………………….

Median beautification: HOA project benefits community (AZ)

When we first purchased our home on West Esperanza Boulevard in November 2021, we noticed the median in front, like many in Pima County that year following the third wettest Monsoon on record, was overgrown with weeds.  In January 2022, I brought the subject up at the annual HOA meeting for our small, 52-homeowner group […]

City debates taking over unkempt private park from HOA (TX)

A possible lease agreement with the City of Laredo and Concord Hills Community Association was recently debated and tabled for further discussion due to conflicting ideas surrounding the area’s park.A 2.95-acre tract of land is currently unkempt in the Concord Hills subdivision off Highway 359, and the residents of the area reached out to District […]

‘Repulsive’ golf course pond lands Glendale country club in legal trouble (AZ)

A country club in Glendale finds itself in hot water over a pervasive and repugnant stench coming from one of its golf course ponds that has frustrated nearby residents of the Arrowhead Ranch subdivision.  Stephen Kyle Bais, the golf course superintendent for Arrowhead Country Club, is suspected of violating a city code related to odors […]

Pasco golf course-turned-forest nears resolution, at least for some neighbors (FL)

Now the Lowman Links property is under contract with Ryan Homes, which plans to build 218 homes, a developer’s representative told Pasco planning commissioners last week. Part of the agreement also included an offer to two of the community’s village homeowners associations that back up to the golf course property.   Read the article…………………………….

Jewfish Key homeowners seek separation from Longboat Key (FL)

The Longboat Key commission is navigating legal waters around Jewfish Key.  The Jewfish Key Preservation Collective, which acts as a homeowner’s association for property owners on the key, requested disengagement from the municipal boundaries of Longboat Key Dec. 19, 2023.   Read the article…………………………….

Davis Island residents seek selectmen’s help with disaster relief funding (ME)

Three December storms resulted in severe flooding at Davis Island properties and a resident is now looking for help. John Allen requested Feb. 20 Edgecomb selectmen assist their homeowner’s association with submitting a Maine Emergency Management Agency application for natural disaster funding.  Read the article…………………………….

County approves funding for new security cameras in Edgewater neighborhood (OH)

Members of the Cuyahoga County Council voted unanimously on Tuesday night to approve a grant that will help the homeowners association in Cleveland’s Edgewater neighborhood purchase new security cameras.  The HOA’s pursuit of the $25,000 grant from the county created controversy among some Clevelanders because the county’s top elected official lives in Edgewater    Read the […]

They fled crumbling D.C. condos three years ago. Their lives were never the same.

It has been nearly three years since dozens of first-time home buyers were forced to flee their crumbling Anacostia condominium because the District deemed the newly-constructed building unsafe.  Ever since, homeowners said, they have existed in a state of limbo — unable to return to life as they knew it and unable to truly move […]

Disaster Assistance: Information on the 2021 Condominium Collapse in Surfside, Florida

This Q&A report looks at the federal response. FEMA coordinated response and recovery efforts, including assistance for survivors and victims’ families. The National Institute of Standards and Technology is investigating the technical cause of the collapse and plans to issue a report in 2025 that may recommend changes to improve the structural safety of buildings.  Read […]

Police patrols terminated within Bay Isles communities on Longboat (FL)

Bay Isles Association asked for no policing behind its gates just one year after asking for more enforcement.  On Dec. 4, town commissioners voted to terminate the existing memorandum of understanding between Bay Isles Association and the town, while also approving a new memorandum to be drafted.   Read the article……………………………

Uninsured and without help: Lincoln homeowners struggle to understand private sewer lines (RI)

Seventeen years ago, the town relinquished responsibility for sewer lines in this Lincoln neighborhood, deeming homeowners responsible for them.  Now, officials are pinning the blame on developers as residents of the Sableswood North Subdivision search for answers and help on how to maintain uninsurable sewer lines.     Read the article……………………………….

Residents of East Garrison are coming to grips with taxes and fees that weren’t part of the sales pitch (CA)

Residents were concerned about a recent property tax bill that showed an approximate 40-percent increase in charges related to the CSD, which pays for ongoing services, in perpetuity, for things within the district like park maintenance. (One homeowner who shared their bills from fiscal years 2022-23 and 2023-24 showed a jump from $1,586 to $2,218 […]

Alpine St. residents asking for help (WV)

“Going forward, if the homeowners association in that area would be willing to take this street into their HOA for future maintenance, that’s part of our processes and plan going forward,” said Commissioner Jeff Arnett. “With the Orphan Road Grant, there has to be a plan going forward,” he said.    Read the article……………………………

North Providence helps residents evicted from condemned condos (RI)

Though numerous residents plan on moving in with friends and family for the time being, others don’t have anywhere else to go.  North Providence Mayor Charles Lombardi confirmed that the town has provided accommodations for residents in need of assistance.    Read the article……………………………………

Homeowners Association asks for city help with sewer system (MN)

Could the City of Scandia be taking on management of another wastewater system?  Approached last week by the Wyldewood Acres Homeowners Association, the Scandia City Council directed city staff last week to study several options for assisting the association with bringing its private sewer into compliance with the Minnesota Pollution Control Act.   Read the article………………………………

County bill aims to alleviate HOA burden (TN)

The Coffee County government is currently seeking to reintroduce to the state for approval a resolution that if approved, would limit it’s liability in homeowner association fees on unused property in the county.   Read the article…………………………………

Voters To Decide If Town Takes Over Sewer System (VT)

The Select Board last Monday agreed to draft a warrant article for the town to assume ownership of a sewer system from the Northwoods Estates homeowners association.  Jim Dyckman, president of the homeowners association, had asked the Select Board on July 24 to sponsor a warrant article for required Town Meeting approval.   Read the article………………………..

HOAs can apply for funds to install EV charging stations (VA)

Fairfax County is launching a pilot program to help homeowner and condominium associations install electric vehicle charging stations.  HOAs that are accepted into the Charge Up Fairfax program will receive a site visit and assessment from an engineering firm, paid for by the county.    Read the article………………………..