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By Kelly G. Richardson, Esq. CCAL
Kelly, could you elaborate on the newly signed into law "term limits?" We have a 5-member board and 3 members have served many years. If...
By Kelly G. Richardson, Esq. CCAL
Dr. Mr. Richardson: I’m concerned about my board no longer publishing minutes of their open meetings. I’ve asked for...
By Kelly G. Richardson, Esq. CCAL
Hello Mr. Richardson,
Our HOA is claiming that 2019’s SB 326 ("Balcony Law") adds to the Davis-Stirling Act and requires the...
By: Kelly G. Richardson, Esq. CCAL
Dear Mr. Richardson: With the new election law (effective 1/1/20) removing term limits for board members, does this mean the HOA...
By Kelly G. Richardson, Esq. CCAL
Hi Kelly: Regarding your recent article on virtual board meetings, is it permissible for the board to also be virtual? That is, do...
By Kelly G. Richardson, Esq. CCAL
Kelly:
Because of the type of work I do at home, I was required to install a security system in my condominium including a front door...
By Kelly G. Richardson, Esq. CCAL
Good morning Kelly. In our recent HOA meeting, one question raised was, “Why isn’t our CC&R’s on the HOA’s...
By Kelly G. Richardson, Esq. CCAL
Mr. Richardson: I am a veteran trying to get a VA refinance, but the VA wants an HOA for our house. We live on a two on a lot,...
By Kelly G. Richardson, Esq. CCAL
When will it be legal for HOA boards to handle any business they want in closed sessions? H.F., Banning
Dear H.F.:
The...
By Kelly G. Richardson, Esq. CCAL
[Part 2 of a 4-part series]
Mr. Richardson: Our board has had several closed meetings to discuss revisions to our governing documents. An...
By Kelly G. Richardson, Esq. CCAL
Who doesn’t love pets? Sometimes, your neighbor! According to the American Pet Products Association, an estimated 67% of American...
By Kelly G. Richardson, Esq. CCAL
Mr. Richardson: Are there laws governing the responsibilities and obligations of HOA boards, especially those related to limits on...
