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Can an HOA Member Enter Your Property Without Permission?
Homeowners associations (HOAs) play a significant role in maintaining the appearance and rules of a community. However, many homeowners wonder whether an HOA has the right to enter private property without permission. Understanding the scope of an HOA’s authority can help homeowners protect their rights and ensure that associations operate within legal boundaries. When Can…
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How Does a Lawyer Defend a Homeowners Association?
Homeowners associations (HOAs) face various legal challenges that can affect their ability to operate smoothly and maintain the community standards they are tasked with upholding. From disputes with residents to regulatory compliance issues, the role of a lawyer in defending an HOA is critical. Understanding how lawyers approach these situations can shed light on how…
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Homeowners and Suspended Voting Rights
The Colorado Court of Appeals recently upheld a ruling that allows a homeowners association (HOA) to bar a homeowner with suspended voting rights from running for a board position. The case, Majersky v. LCM Property Management, Inc., highlights the importance of HOA governing documents and the authority they grant. In this case, homeowner Gregory Majersky…
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What Are Short-Term Rental Challenges for HOAs?
Short-term rentals have become a hot topic in communities across Maryland. As platforms like Airbnb and Vrbo gain popularity, Homeowners’ Associations (HOAs) are increasingly faced with the challenges that come with managing these rentals. While short-term rentals can provide homeowners with extra income, they also present unique challenges for HOA managers. These challenges often revolve…
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Assessments on Association-Owned Units Can be Common Expenses Allocated to Other Owners
The Wisconsin Court of Appeals recently ruled that dues owed for association-owned condominium units can be treated as shared expenses and that associations can change how owners divide assessments without altering shared common elements. The decision stems from Strassburg v. Hickory Meadows Association, Inc. (No. 2022AP1488), in which homeowner Elaine Strassburg sued the Hickory Meadows…
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Maryland General Assembly Passes and Rejects Proposed Condominium and HOA Laws
The Maryland General Assembly has recently made significant changes to the statutory laws, both passing and rejecting several proposed bills that will have a profound impact on condominiums and HOAs across the state. Here are the key changes. Bills Passed by the General Assembly Effective October 1, 2024 Bills Struct Down by the General Assembly…