Illinois Condo & HOA News

• ‘Quasi-Dormant’ Darien Homeowners Association Resurrected (IL) April 12, 2024
  Dorothy Sipp and her husband, John, have lived in Darien’s Hinsbrook subdivision for nearly four decades.  “There always have been rumblings that there is this homeowners association,” Dorothy Sipp said, but the couple never came into contact with it.  Until last week.    Read the article…………………………….
• Condo board considers installing EV chargers for unit owners (IL) April 11, 2024
  Q: I am on the board of directors of a homeowners association (HOA) in Evanston, Illinois. The board is gathering information about installing electrical vehicle (EV) chargers on our HOA property.  The board is particularly interested in the concept that was described in your article from last year. You said there is an option for an outside company to install and maintain the EV charger. Then, they share revenue with the HOA.   Read the Q&A………………………………..
• Condominium balcony can’t be extended (IL) April 5, 2024
  Q. Our townhouse style condominium unit includes a rear balcony that is a limited common element of the unit. I want to extend my balcony about a foot. Is this permitted?   Read the Q&A………………………………..
• Former Homer Glen District 33C Board member charged with stealing money from HOA (IL) April 2, 2024
  The former treasurer of a Homer Glen homeowners association, also a former Home Glen District 33C Board member, was charged last month for allegedly writing checks to herself, according to court records.  Jennifer Rudolph, 43, of the 15400 block of Sharon Drive, was charged March 18 with continuing a financial crime enterprise, two counts of theft between $10,000 and $100,000 and one count of theft between $500 to $10,000, according to the Will County circuit court.    Read the article…………………………….
• Update to the Illinois Corporate Transparency Act: Do Condos and HOAs Have to Comply? March 7, 2024
  On March 1, 2024, U.S. District Judge Liles C. Burke ruled that the CTA is unconstitutional. Judge Burke also gave the U.S. Treasury Department thirty (30) days to appeal this decision. This new ruling could ultimately mean that condominium and homeowner associations do not need to comply with the new reporting requirements of the CTA.     Read the article…………………………….
• Going green in multi-family buildings (IL) February 23, 2024
  In Forest Park, a condominium development is proving that it’s possible to live green in a multi-family building.  The board and residents are working together to back new sustainability measures that they think can be applied to other buildings in the area.   Read the article…………………………….
• Board members should show their faces — live (IL) February 23, 2024
  Q. The board of our association conducts board meetings via video conferencing. One of the board members turns off his camera, or posts a profile picture instead of the live video. This board member does not contribute much to the discussion during the meeting, but does vote.   Read the Q&A………………………………..

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Illinois Condo & HOA Articles

• Smoking in Community Associations: Carey v. The 400 Erie Condominium Association (IL)
  The Illinois Appellate Court’s ruling in Carey v. The 400 Erie Condominium Association, a recent Rule 23 opinion of the First Appellate District Court, provided guidance for handling smoking nuisance cases in condominiums, emphasizing that rules may permit smoking within units as long as it does not cause nuisance or unreasonable disturbance to others.    Read the article…………………………….
• Upholding Decorum: Navigating Conduct at Association Board Meetings
  Association board meetings are formal meetings where the board of directors conducts business. However, these gatherings can sometimes become arenas for discord, where conflicts escalate and civility wanes. Upholding decorum at association board meetings is paramount to fostering an environment of respect, collaboration, and effective decision-making.   Read the article…………………………….
• Pickleball in your Community Association: 10 Considerations (IL)
  Pickleball is sweeping the nation as a popular activity for all ages. It’s one of the fastest growing sports with over 8 million estimated pickleball players in the US.  Before jumping on the bandwagon, consider whether your condominium, homeowner (HOA), or townhome community association has the space, budget, and interest to support a pickleball court.   Read the article…………………………….
• Properly Addressing Nuisance Violations in Your Condominium Association (IL)
  The Board of Directors is responsible for enforcing the terms outlined in the Association’s community instruments. While some violations are straightforward to identify and address, such as unauthorized improvements or improper parking, others, particularly those concerning nuisance clauses like noise or smoking, pose complexities.    Read the article…………………………….
• Nuisance Violations: The Challenge Continues
  One of the obligations of the Board of Directors of a condominium or common interest community association is to enforce the terms of the Association’s community instruments. In many cases, it is relatively easy for the Board to verify whether a violation of the community instruments has occurred. That is, by way of example, it is straightforward to document and determine whether an owner installed an improvement without the prior written approval of the Board of Directors or whether a ...
• Navigating the Decision-Making Process in Your HOA
  In the dynamic landscape of homeowners associations (HOAs), decisions shape the trajectory of community life, from financial planning to rule enforcement and beyond. The process by which these decisions are made is intricate, influenced by governing documents, board dynamics, and the needs of the community at large. Let’s delve into how HOA decisions are crafted and implemented.     Read the article…………………………….
• City of Chicago Adopts New ‘Cooling Ordinance’: What Do Chicago Community Associations Need to Know? (IL)
  On June 22, 2022, the City of Chicago adopted a new ordinance commonly referred to as the “Cooling Ordinance”. The Cooling Ordinance modifies the cooling requirements for certain residential buildings, which does include condominium and community associations as well as residential cooperative high-rises that meet the building criteria discussed below.    Read the article…………………………….

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Illinois Laws

• Common Interest Community Association Act
• Condominium and Common Interest Community Ombudsperson Act

Illinois Condominium & Common Interest Community Ombudsperson

Website

Condominium Unit Owners Rights and Responsibilities Handbook

Rights and Responsibilities of Association Board Members

Assistance Animal Integrity Act

Illinois Condo & HOA Resources

Community Associations Institute – Illinois Chapter

ASCO (Association of Sheridan Condo/Coop Owners, Chicago): http://www.ASCOsheridanroad.org

The Law Offices of Kovitz, Shifrin, Nesbit has published a number of booklets:

Condo & Homeowner Association Board Member Handbook

This excellent resource for Board members discusses many of the issues facing Association Boards, including developer control and turnover, adopting rules and regulations, keeping minutes, and committees.

A Summary of Illinois Association Laws

 and also have published a large number of articles, booklets, laws and ordinances

Dickler, Kahn, Slowikowski & Zavell, Ltd. have a number of articles and a newsletter

What are the Top Industry Organizations Dedicated to Condo/Townhome/HOA
Community Association Living?