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Kentucky Condominium & Homeowner Association News

  • Eli, Russell Springs Fire Departments battle at Cumberland Condos (KY) March 11, 2024
    The Eli Fire Department was called out early Friday morning to a fire at Cumberland Condos, formerly known as Alligator Inn off Highway 76.  Eli Fire Chief Marty Kazsuk told WJRS News crews were called out at about 3:30 Friday morning after reports came in of heavy smoke coming from the roof of two of the rooms.   Read the article…………………………….
  • Insurance skyrockets for condos and HOAs, previous disasters and climate change to blame (KY) February 28, 2024
    Retired teacher Karen Conn and her retired dentist husband Randy bought a condo in the 96-unit complex Morgan’s Trace about seven years ago.  She’s a member of the home owners association (HOA) board there and was stunned to find out the complex was losing its insurance late last year. The board scrambled to find another insurer, but could only get one that charged double what they were paying and it was for less coverage.    Read the article…………………………….
  • Who oversees HOAs in Kentucky? Who do they answer to? February 27, 2024
    For today’s Good Question, Greg asks, “Who oversees HOAs in Kentucky? Who do they answer to if by-laws aren’t being followed?”  Well, Greg, the simple answer is – the members.  If the board of a homeowners association isn’t following the rules, it’s generally up to the members to deal with it.    Read the article…………………………….
  • A battle in the Highlands may mean the end for Kentucky’s last manual elevator February 27, 2024
    Walking into the Commodore condominiums is like taking a step back in time.  The furniture in the dark Spanish-style lobby is the same furniture that was there the day it opened in 1929. While some of the original brass chandeliers have gone missing, the replacements look every bit as old and as the originals.   Read the article…………………………….
  • Village of Four Season Property Owners Association to end agreement with the Camden County Sheriff’s Office (KY) October 28, 2023
    Homeowners in one big area around Lake of the Ozarks say they don’t need sheriff’s deputies to patrol anymore. So, they are ending the agreement with the Camden County Sheriff’s Office.   Read the article……………………………..
  • Multiple condos damaged in Burlington fire (KY) May 3, 2023
    Six people are displaced after a fire damaged multiple condos in Burlington, The Burlington Fire Department said.   Read the article………………………..
  • Fire damages condo complex, injures 2 people in Middletown (KY) March 25, 2023
    Firefighters were called to the Towne Park Manor Condominiums near Old Shelbyville and Wooded Falls Road on the reported fire just before 10 p.m., according to a MetroSafe dispatcher.  Read the article………………………..

Kentucky News Archives

Kentucky Condominium & Homeowner Association Articles

  • 7 HOA Pool Safety Rules Every Board Should Enforce
    Many 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………………………..
  • Getting Approval For Home Renovations In HOA Communities
    Homeowners typically need to secure approval for home renovations in HOA communities. And while the process can vary from one association to another, there are a few general guidelines you can follow.     Read the article………………………..
  • Kentucky Passes Planned Community Act
    SB120, which the Kentucky Legislature recently passed and was signed by Governor Beshear, creates a new, statutory framework for planned communities (HOAs) throughout the Commonwealth of Kentucky. This new law creates new sections of KRS Chapter 381, and includes many important provisions for homeowner associations in Kentucky, which have historically lacked a uniform law that guides the operation and creation of these planned communities.   Read the article………………………..
  • Know Your HOA Fence Rules Before Putting Them Up
    Every homeowners association has its own set of rules that apply to various things, even fences. It’s important to understand these HOA fence rules so that homeowners can avoid violations and board members can enforce them consistently.  Read the article………………………..
  • HOA Fidelity Bonds: Why Your Homeowners Association Needs Them
    HOA fidelity bonds are critical to the operations of homeowners associations. But, what are these bonds anyway? And what do they cover?  A fidelity bond is a form of insurance that protects homeowners associations from unanticipated financial losses such as fraud or theft. Other names for fidelity bonds include crime insurance or fidelity insurance.   Read the article………………………..
  • How To Deal With Wild Animals In HOAs (OH)
    It is not unheard of for wild animals to visit an HOA neighborhood. This is particularly common for communities in mountainous areas, forests, or near nature preserves. And depending on the environment, there are several wild animals an association and its homeowners may encounter. But, beautiful and majestic as they are, these animals can bring all sorts of problems.   Read the article………………………..
  • What Is The HOA Open Meeting Act? Are There Guidelines?
    While the Open Meeting Act does not universally apply to homeowners associations nationwide, it is still worth understanding what this law entails. In doing so, HOA boards can conduct more effective and collaborative meetings.   Read the article………………………..

Kentucky Article Archives

 

Kentucky Laws

Scroll down to Horizontal Property Law (KRS Chapter 381, Secs. 805-910)

Scroll down to Kentucky Condominium Act  (KRS Chapter 381, Secs. 9101-9207)

Planned Community Act (PDF) (goes into effect June 2023)

Kentucky Condominium & Homeowner Association Resources

Community Associations Institute – Kentucky Chapter

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