Indiana Condominium & Homeowner Asssociation News
- Hoosiers with HOAs one step closer to being able to keep beehives (IN) March 6, 2024A bill that would let Hoosiers with homeowner’s associations keep bees passed the Indiana Senate on Monday. Read the article…………………………….
- ‘We are homeless’: With rebuilding yet to begin, future unclear for some Timber Creek condo owners displaced by fire (IN) February 26, 2024Many residents of the Timber Creek condos have been neighbors for a long time, so it’s no surprise that they meet frequently for coffee or a meal. Except, it’s been nearly a year since many of them have lived in close proximity to each other, as a fire in April 2023 made 36 condos uninhabitable. Those residents have been displaced since the blaze, but they keep gathering in hope that they’ll be neighbors again soon. Read the article…………………………….
- IN Tax Court dismisses appeal in Marion County, HOAs assessment dispute December 27, 2023A group of Marion County homeowners’ associations prematurely filed an appeal of their property assessment case’s dismissal at the administrative level, the Indiana Tax Court ruled in granting a motion to dismiss the appeal and remanding the case to the Indiana Board of Tax Review. Read the article………………………………..
- City of Bloomington Utilities Assists Homeowners Association with Pond Clean Up (IN) November 22, 2023On November 14, CBU received a report of dead fish surfacing in the retention pond downhill from the location of the strike. Prior to CBU’s repairs, the damaged force main had discharged an indeterminate quantity of sewage that had flowed into the pond. Read the article………………………………
- Towne and Terrace a point of concern for IMPD patrols and security upgrades (IN) October 12, 2023“It’s a big effort that we’re putting in over there as well as some other places around the east side and around the city,” said IMPD Capt. Joe Finch. Police say they’ve added cameras and extra patrols in the area. Read the article………………………….
- Resident speaks out on proposed fee increase at Avon HOA (IN) October 7, 2023A resident of an Avon neighborhood is speaking out on what he says are outrageous homeowner’s association fee increases. The Meadowlark Lakes & Villas HOA is proposing an annual fee increase that if passed, could not be reversed by a vote. Read the article……………………………
- Local lakes association donates to first responders (IN) October 3, 2023Lake Gage and Lime Lake Association made their annual donations to a few local entities and organizations, including Orland Fire and Rescue and Police departments; Steuben County Underwater Rescue and Recovery Team; Steuben County Sheriff’s Department and Lakes Council, said President of Lake Gage and Lime Lake Association Paul Longville. Read the article…………………………………
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- U.S. District Court Strikes Down Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) as Unconstitutional: Impact to Community AssociationsA U.S. District Court judge in Alabama recently ruled that the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) is unconstitutional. The CTA, enacted on January 1, 2021, directs the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) to establish a nationwide database of beneficial ownership of certain corporations and other legal entities, including condominium, homeowner (HOA) and townhome community associations. Read the article…………………………….
- Politics on Display: Regulating Political Signs in Indiana HOAsElection Season is upon us, and with the presidential elections approaching in 2024, it is a good time for Indiana community associations to review their policies with regard to political signs. Many community associations have specific sign prohibitions in their governing documents; however, Indiana Code 32-21-13 makes specific exceptions for political signs during an election period. Read the article…………………………………..
- Aging in Place: 5 Considerations for Community Associations“Aging in place” refers to the ability of a homeowner to remain living in their own house and community independently as they age rather than moving to a retirement or assisted-living facility. Motivations include comfort, autonomy, safety, and proximity to social connections. The trend is showing no signs of slowing down. Read the article………………………..
- Think your owners’ association documents are amendment-proof? Think again (IN)The number of common-interest communities governed by associations such as homeowners’ associations has exploded in recent years. These communities take many forms: from large, master-planned communities, to communities that share an amenity such as a lake, golf course or other physical feature, to a simple collection of lots or residences that join together to share expenses related to roads and other improvements, these association-led communities are everywhere. Read the article………………………..
- Best Practices for Planning and Evaluating Your Condo and HOA BudgetA thriving community starts with a thoughtfully prepared budget. Financial planning helps ensure a stable future for any condominium, homeowner (HOA), or townhome association. Accordingly, board members must take their financial responsibilities seriously. Read the article………………………..
- A Brief Guide to Condo InsuranceThe ownership structure of a condominium unit is different from that of a single family house. Here’s what you need to know when purchasing insurance for your condo. Read the article………………………..
- 7 HOA Pool Safety Rules Every Board Should EnforceMany homeowners associations manage swimming pools that are available for member use. One of the pillars of pool management, though, is promoting the safety of pool goers. To accomplish that, a board must enforce certain HOA pool safety rules. Read the article………………………..
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