Louisiana Condominium & Homeowner Association (HOA) News

• New Orleans condo pays to fix their own street ahead of Carnival parades (LA) February 14, 2025
  With parades ramping up and just days until Mardi Gras, many people are expecting work on road projects to also ramp up before more visitors come into the city, but people living at one building on St. Charles Avenue say they were forced to take what they think should be city matters into their own hands.    Read the article…………………………….
• New rules could come to St. Tammany drainage systems. They may raise homeowners’ costs (LA) January 27, 2025
  Should the ordinance pass, the job of maintaining privately-owned drainage infrastructure in subdivisions would likely fall on homeowners associations, which may have to raise dues to pay for the upkeep, Burckell said.   Read the article…………………………….
• Lake lot owner sent violations over land erosion, HOA suggests bulkhead at his expense (LA) December 28, 2024
  Stanley Martin is facing fines for what his homeowner’s association is calling a violation. The Wisteria Lakes homeowner has been given two violation notices that cite a lack of erosion prevention.    Read the article…………………………….
• Homeowners’ Association Sues Local Landowner Over Building Restrictions Violation (LA) October 2, 2024
  A contentious property dispute has reached a pivotal moment as the court rules in favor of a homeowners’ association against a local landowner. The Lake at the Bluffs Property Owners Association and Jason Rasti individually filed a complaint against Gary Hill in the 20th Judicial District Court for the Parish of West Feliciana, Louisiana, on May 25, 2023.   Read the article…………………………….
• With sole board member MIA, neighbors worried HOA fees will be lost (LA) August 7, 2024
  A neighborhood is having trouble with the company it hired to handle its administrative tasks and an HOA board member who is missing. With a deadline quickly approaching, they contacted 2 On Your Side.  Nicholson Lakes is a neighborhood made up of 255 homes off of Nicholson Drive near L’Auberge Casino. Each household pays $400 a year in HOA fees, which goes into an account professionally managed by Community Management, or CMGT. The funds are used for things like neighborhood ...
• Timberline Homeowner Association honors law enforcement with lighting dedication ceremony (LA) July 8, 2024
  The Timberline homeowner association held a unity lighting dedication ceremony this weekend to connect with law enforcement in hopes of a safer tomorrow.  The ceremony honors law enforcement officials from all over Shreveport with an illuminating dedication ceremony.  “So this is about unifying the law enforcement agencies along with the community members to make Caddo parish better,” said Timberline homeowner association president Kay Proby-Waller   Read the article…………………………….
• Metairie Towers one step closer to being sold (LA) March 19, 2024
  A real estate investor is one step closer to purchasing Metairie Towers.  Darren Aschaffenburg confirmed to WDSU that an owner-seller vote is underway, and he will need two-thirds of a vote to ratify his bid.    Read the article…………………………….

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Louisiana Condominium & Homeowner Association (HOA) Articles

• ASHTON DWYER JR ET AL v. THE METAIRIE TOWERS CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION BOARD PRESIDENT ET AL (2025)
  This matter arises from damages sustained to the Metairie Towers condominium complex on August 29, 2021, during Hurricane Ida, as well as a second incident on September 28, 2021 that allegedly caused additional damage to the property. Metairie Towers is a 219-unit condominium building located at 401 Metairie Road in Metairie, Louisiana. Mr. O’Dwyer alleges that he owns Unit 330, as well as an undivided interest in the common areas of the condominium complex. The Metairie Towers Condominium Association, Inc. ...
• Common HOA Violations
  Nobody wants to be the bad guy. As an HOA board member, you’re tasked with the often unpleasant job of enforcing all the rules and regulations that keep your community running smoothly. But what happens when those rules are broken?  Read the article…………………………….
• Understanding Covenants, Conditions, & Restrictions
  Imagine it: you’ve finally found your dream home nestled within a picturesque community. The houses are charming, the streets are lined with trees, and a sense of tranquility fills the air. But before you settle into your new haven, there’s a crucial aspect of community living you need to understand: Covenants, Conditions, & Restrictions (CC&Rs).  Read the article…………………………….
• Louisiana’s Planned Community Act Provides Clarity and Modern Legal Framework for Real Estate Development
  From basic building restrictions to complex planned communities, Louisiana’s legal framework has struggled to keep pace with evolving market demands and homeowner expectations. Courts have wrestled with these evolving market demands by answering a variety of questions about building restrictions, including: Can building restrictions be imposed in perpetuity or are they required to have a term?   Read the article…………………………….
• Louisiana’s Planned Community Act Provides Clarity and Modern Legal Framework for Real Estate Development
  From basic building restrictions to complex planned communities, Louisiana’s legal framework has struggled to keep pace with evolving market demands and homeowner expectations. Courts have wrestled with these evolving market demands by answering a variety of questions about building restrictions, including: Can building restrictions be imposed in perpetuity or are they required to have a term?   Read the article…………………………….
• HOA Event Ideas For The Holiday
  The holiday season is a time for joy, community, and connection. For HOAs, it’s an excellent opportunity to strengthen bonds among residents and foster a sense of belonging. Hosting holiday events can bring numerous benefits to your community, creating lasting memories and enhancing the overall living experience.    Read the article…………………………….
• Understanding Louisiana HOA Laws & Regulations
  Living in a community governed by a homeowners association (HOA) offers numerous benefits, such as shared amenities, well-maintained common areas, and a sense of community. However, navigating the intricate web of HOA laws and regulations can be a daunting task. Whether you’re a homeowner, an HOA board member, or considering purchasing a property within an HOA community, understanding the legal landscape is essential.  Read the article…………………………….

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Louisiana Laws

Planned Community Act (Jan. 1, 2025 PDF))  Recognizing the need for a more comprehensive approach, the Louisiana Legislature has passed a Planned Community Act (PCA) to provide a modern, uniform legislative framework for governing planned communities. The new law, applicable to communities established after Jan. 1, 2025, represents a paradigm shift in the regulation of planned communities.

Condominium Law Scroll down to RS9:1121.101-117

Homeowners Association Law Scroll down to RS9:1141.1 – 1141.9

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