Legal & Legislative News

Navigating the topsy turvy process for major condo association restoration projects (FL)

On June 9, 2023, Gov. Ron DeSantis signed into law Senate Bill 154 (SB 154), which seeks to address select…

8 months ago

Timeshare Tax Shenanigans End With Large Penalties

When I saw the Ninth Circuit decision in the case of James Tarpey, something about it was familiar. It turns…

8 months ago

New law will allow HOA electronic voting for elections, recalls (NV)

Assembly Bill 309 allows HOAs to utilize electronic voting for elections and recalls. It also allows HOAs to use autopay…

8 months ago

HOA Homefront — Appellate ruling OKs board email discussions (CA)

There is a transparency law within the Davis-Stirling Act called the “Open Meeting Act,” containing requirements regarding governance transparency. For…

8 months ago

Fiduciary Duty: What it Means to Your Community Association (FL)

What duty does a community association board member owe to their association? What happens if that duty is breached? During…

8 months ago

Citywide Crackdown on Illegal Short-Term Rentals Begins Today (NY)

In a move loudly applauded by co-op and condo boards, the city today begins its long-awaited crackdown on illegal short-term…

8 months ago

What Is the “Corporate Transparency Act” and Why It Matters to Your Association and Directors

For the past year, community association attorneys have been discussing the impact of the CTA (Corporate Transparency Act). Much of…

8 months ago

Corporate Transparency Act Poses Challenges for Homeowner Associations: Most HOAs Will Need to File in the Coming Year

The Corporate Transparency Act (“CTA”) will require most homeowner associations (“HOAs”) to file a beneficial ownership report in the coming…

8 months ago

How Can An HOA Legally Amend Bylaws And Covenants

Now and then, a homeowners association will want or need to amend bylaws and covenants. Board members act as the…

8 months ago

New Washington Law Related to Licensed Child Care Services in Associations

The Washington Legislature recently passed House Bill 1199, which directly affects the rights of homeowners and condominium unit owners and…

8 months ago