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  • Campground lawsuit defendant: Calling him a liar was factual allegation, not opinion (OH) February 12, 2025
    In a legal memorandum filed in Hocking County Common Pleas Court Jan. 29, the attorney for defendant Bradley Rothgeb disputes a number of claims made by the plaintiff, the Lost Hollow Property Owners Association (LHPOA), in a motion to dismiss filed Jan. 8.   Read the article…………………………….
  • Can your HOA bar political signs? Ohio bill would end bans February 10, 2025
    A new bill could shake up suburbia by creating a right to plant political yard signs—even if your homeowner’s association says you can’t.  House Bill 16 would let HOAs and local governments keep “reasonable restrictions” about where, when, how big and how many signs people displayed. But outright bans would be prohibited.    Read the article…………………………….
  • ‘Get me out of here.’ Hammond North residents living condo owners’ nightmare (OH) February 7, 2025
    Leonard Webb and his wife, Diana Porter, are living a condo owner’s worst nightmare.  The retired school teachers have been forced to vacate their freshly remodeled three-bedroom unit at The Hammond North Condominiums in College Hill to allow for remediation and reconstruction after two separate fires in March 2022 and February 2023.    Read the article…………………………….
  • Crews called to fire at Poland Twp. condo (OH) February 5, 2025
    No one was injured in a fire Wednesday afternoon at a Poland Township condo.  No one was home when the fire started in the 3500 block of E. Western Reserve Road. A neighbor heard a fire alarm going off and called to report the fire.    Read the article…………………………….
  • Euclid condos left in the dark finally have outdoor lighting (OH) February 1, 2025
    or months, a cluster of condominiums in Euclid were left in pitch black every morning and night; the outdoor lighting flipped off for months.  But on Friday, the lights came back on.    Read the article…………………………….
  • Ohio lawmakers continue push to ban HOAs from prohibiting political yard signs January 30, 2025
    Ohio lawmakers are once again attempting to ban homeowners associations from prohibiting political yard signs.  House Bill 16, sponsored by Reps. Brian Lorenz (R-Powell) and Thomas Hall (R-Madison Township), was introduced at the Statehouse last week. The legislation would make it illegal for HOAs, or any other neighborhood or civic group, to disallow political yard signs.   Read the article…………………………….
  • ‘My unit is worthless’: Displaced local condo owners must decide on sale after fire January 29, 2025
    Condominium owners at the Hammond North building are facing difficult decisions, with the condo association’s board urging owners to sell their units as they grapple with the aftermath of the February 2023 fire, which left many displaced and facing financial burdens.    Read the article…………………………….

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  • 7 Ways to Make Your HOA Look Like a Million Bucks (Without Spending It)
    They say first impressions last and nowhere is that truer than in your HOA community. A well-maintained neighborhood not only welcomes residents and guests but also boosts property values and builds community pride. Fortunately, creating that high-end look doesn’t require an extravagant budget. With strategic, budget-friendly changes, your community can shine.   Read the article…………………………….
  • Special Assessments and How to Avoid Them
    In September of 2022, the Ohio Legislature adopted several changes to the state’s condominium statute. One of those changes was to O.R.C 5311.081(A), which removed language saying that at least 10% of an association’s annual budget must be devoted to reserves unless waived annually by a majority vote of the owners. The update also removed the reference, “unless otherwise provided in the Declaration and Bylaws” so this now means only the statute provides the requirement for reserves no matter what ...
  • 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…………………………….
  • Events Your Community Association Should Host in 2025
    A thriving community doesn’t just happen—it’s built one connection at a time. Events bring neighbors together, foster engagement, and create memories that last a lifetime. For community associations and event planning committees, hosting activities throughout the year is an opportunity to strengthen bonds, celebrate diversity, and keep your neighborhood vibrant.  Read the article…………………………….
  • Preparing Your Community for a Winter Wonderland Without the Worries
    Winter brings a magical transformation, blanketing communities with snow and sparkling frost—but with it comes the need for a proactive winter plan. Snow and ice can quickly turn winter wonderlands into challenging landscapes, especially in shared spaces.   Read the article…………………………….
  • Keep the Joy of the Holidays in and the Grinches Out with These Security Tips
    The holiday season brings warmth, togetherness, and festive spirit. But while neighbors are exchanging cookies and celebrating, there’s also the unfortunate risk of unwanted “visitors” like porch pirates (people who steal packages from the intended recipient’s porch) and vandals. In bustling communities, package theft and holiday mischief tend to spike, especially as online orders increase.    Read the article…………………………….
  • Cold Weather Maintenance & Requirements
    As the weather begins to cool, one perennial issue our firm inevitably faces is assisting a board that is dealing with a water pipe that has frozen and ruptured in an owner’s unit. These incidents can cause substantial amounts of damage to the common elements, the unit where the burst pipe is located, and adjacent units that may be affected by the resulting water leak. Further, given the nature of the issue, these incidents often occur at inconvenient times and ...

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