Kentucky Condominium & Homeowner Association News

• ‘This is our home’ | Residents in Florence push for change as thousands drive through neighborhood daily (KY) March 14, 2025
  A trip through the Orleans neighborhood, just off Longbranch Road in Boone County, is short. You’ll pass by a clubhouse, go through a roundabout and end up on Old Union Road.  What the street and surrounding neighborhood lack in distance, it makes up for in congestion.     Read the article…………………………….
• Lawmakers consider proposed bills as 2025 Legislative Session progresses (KY) February 13, 2025
  HB 27 passed House Elections, Constitutional Amendments, and Intergovernmental Affairs Committee this week, and has been sent to the House floor for further consideration. HB 27 would amend existing statute to ensure that specific regulations apply uniformly to all planned communities within the Commonwealth.  (Scroll down to HB 27)  Read the article…………………………….
• ‘This is our present and our future’ | Hearings continue in lawsuit over Southgate condo landslide damage (KY) February 1, 2025
  Residents of a condominium complex are still searching for relief after their homes were damaged in a landslide over the summer.  In a Campbell County courtroom, residents and experts testified for more than six hours on everything from the building’s safety to its possible history of soil slippage.   Read the article…………………………….
• 1 found dead after large condo fire in Florence; Firefighter hospitalized (KY) January 30, 2025
  One person was found dead, and a firefighter was hospitalized after a fire at a condo building in Florence that caused the roof to collapse……”They told everybody to get out of the building, and then all these older women and other people had to get out of the building fast because it was spreading,” said resident Amy Bradford.       Read the article…………………………….
• City steps in to relocate Brown Condominium residents without an elevator (KY) January 13, 2025
  Following a WAVE investigation into broken elevators at the Brown Suburban Condominium Homes, city officials stepped in to temporarily move residents stuck on upper floors.  The broken elevators were expected to be fixed by the end of the first week of January. The repair date followed seven weeks without elevator access.    Read the article…………………………….
• City relocates residents from privately-owned building in Louisville due to broken elevator (KY) January 12, 2025
  A privately-owned large, tall building with dozens of tenants is without a working elevator.  With the elevator being broke, living in the Brown Suburban Condominium Homes on the 12th floor, can be a challenge.  Read the article…………………………….
• Board member responds to claims about broken elevators at Louisville condo building (KY) January 1, 2025
  Work may soon start to help people stuck at the top of a Louisville Condo building because of elevators that have been broken since before Thanksgiving.  A WAVE Troubleshooters tip gave insight into the situation happening inside the Brown Suburban Condominium Homes on Bardstown Road for the last seven weeks. A disabled resident spoke to WAVE Monday, saying he has been stuck in his 10th-floor apartment for several weeks with both elevators in the building inoperable.   Read the article…………………………….

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Kentucky Condominium & Homeowner Association Articles

• A Step-by-Step Guide On How To Set Up A HOA Committee
  Despite wanting to, many board members don’t know the first thing about how to set up a HOA committee. While the exact process can vary from one association to another, there are some crucial items and elements that must not be overlooked. Understanding how committees work and what goes into forming them is essential to all communities.    Read the article…………………………….
• What Happens In An Emergency HOA Board Meeting?
  There may come a time when an emergency HOA board meeting becomes necessary. However, board members cannot call upon this type of meeting anytime they please. Emergency meetings serve a special purpose and come with their own set of rules and requirements. It is important to understand the ins and outs of emergency board meetings so that they can be used appropriately.   Read the article…………………………….
• What Does The HOA Architectural Review Committee Do?
  The HOA Architectural Review Committee plays a critical role in preserving aesthetics and appeal within a planned community. This committee works hand-in-hand with the HOA board to review proposals, inspect for violations, and ensure visual harmony in the neighborhood. Homeowners should familiarize themselves with this committee’s role to better equip themselves for HOA living.     Read the article…………………………….
• Neighbor Noisy Bird Concerns? Here’s How HOAs Can Address It
  Dealing with a neighbor’s noisy bird can be a tricky situation for any HOA. Birds are beautiful creatures, but sometimes their loud calls or singing can disrupt the peace of a neighborhood. Board members of an HOA must understand how to address noisy bird complaints that come from homeowners. Sometimes, they might not need addressing at all.   Read the article…………………………….
• Who Should Not Serve On A HOA Board?
  Who should not serve on a HOA board? For many associations, navigating the ins and outs of board member qualifications can be challenging. However, it is essential to set specific criteria for board membership. This will allow the HOA to control the quality of directors who serve the community while simultaneously ensuring the association’s success.    Read the article…………………………….
• Hosting Thanksgiving Gatherings: HOA Guidelines To Keep In Mind
  Hosting Thanksgiving gatherings in HOA communities involves extra things to consider beyond party food and activities. From guest rules to noise regulations, homeowners should know how to balance their parties with HOA guidelines. Otherwise, the HOA could slap a violation on you and even charge a monetary fine.   Read the article…………………………….
• 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………………………..

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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