Condo & HOA News Items
The Maui Police Department, according to their statement, received reports of the explosion which took place at 2481 Kaanapali Parkway at approximately 6:15 p.m. and found seven people, from the ages 18 to 74, injured, ABC News’ Honolulu affiliate KITV reports. Read the article…………………………….
Bills Introduced to Establish a Minnesota Common Interest Community Ombudsperson
In general, an Ombudsperson (om-budz-person) is an appointed, independent official who receives complaints against government and government regulated organizations or its officials, investigates those complaints,
Some Florida condo associations missed a key deadline. Here’s what’s next.
In Florida’s sweeping push to ensure aging condo buildings are kept safe, there are many key things that have — and haven’t — happened so
Fairfield Village’s new HOA is impressive (FL)
The recently elected homeowners association (HOA) board of Fairfield Village has been working very diligently in the two months since the seven new members were
Should the city plow Darby Lane? (WY)
Eric Mander, who lives on Darby Lane in Evanston, came to the city council work session on Tuesday, Feb. 11, to discuss several issues of
Florida’s condo crisis grows after Surfside Collapse
Rebecca Liebson with the Tampa Bay Times joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to break down the state of the condo crisis in Florida, where some
Gas grill explosion at Hawaii condo leaves 7 injured, 3 in critical condition
The Maui Police Department, according to their statement, received reports of the explosion which took place at 2481 Kaanapali Parkway at approximately 6:15 p.m. and
‘Chubby Chicks’ restaurant owner alleges harassment by Center City neighbors (PA)
Shakeira Turner opened Chubby Chicks Cafe on Walnut Street a little over two months ago, an expansion from a smaller space in New Jersey. "I'm
Horry County community fed up with poorly maintained roads despite reaching out to various HOAs (SC)
Residents in the Island Green community are voicing their frustrations about what they say are poorly maintained roads and other concerns about the neighborhood. Recently
Seven urgent challenges that Miami condos and owners have faced the past year (FL)
Miami condo living faces mounting financial and safety challenges, underscored by escalating repair costs, lawsuits and market instability. New structural integrity mandates, enacted after the
Fire breaks out in Newport condo complex (RI)
A fire broke out early Thursday morning in a condominium complex in Newport. Firefighters responded to the fire on Grafton Street at about 4 a.m.
Queen Anne condos foot bill for excess use to flush out mud in water supply (WA)
Several condos in Seattle’s Queen Anne neighborhood had a water issue no one expected to deal with: mud water coming from the faucets. “I turn
Ask a real estate pro: Can my neighbor cut down avocado tree I planted? (FL)
Q: I live in a small condominium community. About five years ago, I planted an avocado pit in a common area landscape island in the
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Q&A: To Insure or Not to Insure?
Q. Given the recent disasters on both the East and West Coasts, from flooding to fires, it seems obvious that property insurance is important. But it’s also getting very expensive. Owners who have mortgages are required by their banks to carry insurance, but if you own your property with no
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How Self-Managed Communities Manage Their Business: Staying Smart & Solvent
One of the certainties of living in a condo, co-op, or HOA is that despite all having an equal stake in the financial and administrative success of the building or association, only a small percentage of residents choose to take an active role in the governance and management of their
Manhattan Co-op Spins Greener Future with Laundry Room Decarbonization (NY)
For co-op and condo boards wanting to dial back on fossil fuel use, the laundry room presents an opportunity. At The Brevoort, a 266-unit co-op in Greenwich Village, the board has embraced the chance to decarbonize this amenity by switching out gas-powered dryers for energy-efficient electric models. However, the project
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Clear Communication From Digital Portals to Personal Connections
In multifamily communities, transparent and open communication helps ensure smooth operations and leads to greater resident satisfaction. When it comes to property management, both traditional and more tech-savvy communication approaches, from personal interactions to digital portals, can help a building team operate successfully. A carefully considered full-spectrum approach keeps the
How HOAs Can Help During Neighbor vs. Neighbor Disputes—and How They Can’t
Residences in a homeowners association can come with hefty price tags, but they also enjoy many benefits. These can include manicured landscaping, amenities such as pools and tennis courts, and a slew of other perks. Yet, the role of the HOA can be murky when it comes to resolving neighbor
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Why Did I Get a Late Charge When I Paid On Time? – Payment Application (MI)
Each week, we have a condominium co-owner, homeowners association member, or tenant ask a question such as, “Why did I get a late charge when I paid on time?” or “Why do I get a late charge every month when I am paying? The answer is that the account is
Cultivating Stronger Communities
As we navigate and set objectives for 2025, there is no better time to remind ourselves that leading with civility, knowledge, and compassion is crucial to building and maintaining stronger communities. Occasional negative bias and misperceptions about community associations in recent years has, in some instances, led to increased tension
Community Association Considerations
Why you should pay special attention to closing your books this year
I’ve been posting the condo and HOA news for over 20 years now. During the first 6 years, I might have run across 3 or 4 cases of people stealing
Flags, Signs and Displays
Flags, signs and displays have become major areas of contention in condo's and HOA's. Actually they have always been, but with the divisiveness the country is going through now, it's
Industry News
HOALN Issues News Release on Board
The very mission of the HOA Leadership Network is education, and
AITX’s RAD Announces AVA Gen 4
AVA" (Autonomous Verified Access) Gen 4, an advanced AI-powered access control
Jonathan is Homeowner Association of the
The Jonathan Association recently received the “Homeowner Association of the Year”
Legal & Legislative Articles
Illinois Court Rules Condominium Declaration and Zoning Ordinance Prohibiting Short-Term Rentals Are Enforceable (IL)
In the past few years, there has been a rise in issues with owners, condominium associations, and short-term renters. The Seventh Circuit’s decision in Mogan v. City of Chicago, 115 F.4th 841 (7th Cir. 2024) has
ADU Ordinances Information (CO)
On May 13, 2024, Governor Polis signed HB24-1152. This bill makes it unlawful for associations in ADU Supportive Jurisdictions and/or within ADU subject jurisdictions to prohibit owners of single family detached homes to construct ADUs (between
Accessory Dwelling Units Are Here to Stay: Now What (CO)
In 2024, the General Assembly declared that “…increasing the housing supply through the construction or conversion of accessory dwelling units is a matter of mixed statewide and local concern.” Thus, HB24-1152 was passed into law. Read
No new ADUs here: When California law and homeowner association rules collide
Adam Hardesty insists he wanted to do everything by the book. Before moving forward with his plans to convert the garage of his three-story condo into a ground-floor apartment, he canvassed local architects and engineers to
Cogswell’s development company quietly settles 2019 lawsuit (SC)
WECCO Development LLC, a company owned by Charleston Mayor William Cogswell and now managed by his wife, in November settled a lawsuit filed in 2019 by the One Cool Blow Condominium Association following negligence, breach of
URGENT UPDATE: Corporate Transparency Act Reporting Requirements Back in Effect – What You Need To Know
On February 17, 2025, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas stayed the nationwide injunction imposed in the Smith Case. As a result of that decision, the CTA and its reporting obligations are
Op/Ed
Letter: Palm Coast an HOA? Get over it! (FL)
The mayor's comment that Palm Coast is not an HOA has offended some of our long-term homeowners who would prefer that Palm Coast be an HOA. But the mayor spoke the obvious truth. An HOA is
Editorial: Should hens and bees get to move into HOA neighborhoods (OR)
Bees buzzing, hens clucking and the sounds of gardening could soon be coming to neighborhoods governed by homeowners associations — whether or not the HOAs want it. But as they say, don’t count your chickens before
Florida’s condo crisis at its breaking point. Tallahassee lawmakers must act
A quality of life that for so long has been attainable for those of us of moderate income now threatens to slip beyond our reach. Condo living, which for decades has drawn millions of out-of-staters to
Florida’s condo crisis at its breaking point. Tallahassee lawmakers must act
A quality of life that for so long has been attainable for those of us of moderate income now threatens to slip beyond our reach. Condo living, which for decades has drawn millions of out-of-staters to
Of Laws and Life and Getting Along
“No one is above the law.” We hear it often and we believe it. And yet we know, like all things in this world, it is an ideal with myriad mixed application and painful failings all
The heart of modern neighborhoods (IN)
In an era where digital connections often overshadow personal ones, strong homeowner associations have become more vital than ever. While HOAs sometimes get a bad rap for enforcing rules about paint colors or lawn maintenance, their
Canada Condo, Strata & HOA News
Canadian Banks Are Propping Up Toronto’s Crumbling Condo Market
In June 2024, I wrote a column titled "Is Canada Propping up Condo Investors to Prevent Prices From Falling," highlighting an alarming and growing trend - blanket appraisals. Many new condominiums completed
Penticton strata fails in effort to have electric vehicle charger company pay for lost deposit (BC)
A Penticton strata was unsuccessful in its effort to have a company cover the costs of a lost deposit after falling victim to an email scam. According to a decision published by
The battle of Glenmore Landing (AB)
Sprawlcast is Calgary’s in-depth municipal podcast. Made in collaboration with CJSW 90.9 FM, it’s a show for curious Calgarians who want a deeper understanding of the city they call home. A lightly-edited
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Condominium Corporations’ Duty to be Honest with Owners (ON)
In the case of Gonzales v. York Condominium Corporation No. 242, the owners of one of the units claimed that they should be able to avoid certain special assessments that had been
Condo Rentals: must landlords disclose the rent amount to the Corporation? (ON)
Condo owners who rent out their unit are required to disclose certain information to the corporation. One question that often arises is whether they must also disclose the rent amount? The short
Can Motion-Activated Lights Create an Unreasonable Nuisance for Unit Owners? (ON)
Subsection 117(2) of the Condominium Act prohibits condominium corporations and unit owners alike from carrying on activities that create a nuisance, annoyance or disruption to individuals in a unit or the common
International Condo, Strata & HOA News
Australia: Real estate agent sentenced after pocketing $1.4 million from strata accounts
A NSW real estate agent has avoided jail after she pocketed more than $1.4 million from strata trust accounts for use on her personal expenses. Kylee Marie Lane transferred the
Australia: WA community association calls for strata reforms in 2025 election
The Strata Community Association Western Australia (SCA WA) has released its 2025 Election Platform, encouraging political parties to commit to establishing a dedicated strata commissioner’s office and further legislative reforms.
Australia: New Strata Laws to Ensure Fairer Fees and Charges (NSW)
Legislation improving the way strata communities operate passed the NSW Parliament last night. The reforms will help owners repair and maintain common property, support the uptake of sustainability and accessibility