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Reader Questions – The HOA Is Not Handling Our Common Area! Feb 23, 2020

 

Dear Mr. Richardson:

Our deck, which is the HOA’s responsibility, has been rotted and deemed dangerous to walk on for over two years. The association claims...

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H.U.D. Issues Practical Guidance On Assistance Animals Feb 17, 2020

Assistance animals are very important to certain disabled individuals. Under the federal Fair Housing Act (42 United States Code 3601 and following), and California...

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Reader Questions – Is HOA Making Solar Installations Too Difficult? Feb 09, 2020
 

Hi Kelly,

Good morning. My HOA is requiring me to install “critter guards” as part of my solar installation, but this will cost me over $1,000. Can...

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Reader Questions – Can They Take Away My Sunshine (Energy) Away? Feb 02, 2020
 

Hi Kelly, I read your column about HOA’s regularly, and I enjoy it.

Can a HOA prevent us from placing solar panels on the roof of our condominium...

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Reader Questions – The Open Meeting Act Jan 27, 2020

Kelly, how much notice is required regarding place and time for monthly board meetings?

Thanks, C.B., Redondo Beach

 

Dear C.B.:

Under Civil Code 4920(a), four...

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New Year’s Resolutions of HOA Service Providers Jan 20, 2020

[This is the fourth and final installment of this series, which previously addressed directors, homeowners, and managers.]

As the association’s service provider, I...

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New Year’s Resolutions of HOA Managers Jan 11, 2020

[After two previous columns proposing resolutions for directors and HOA members, here are ideas for managers. Next week – service providers]

As an association...

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New Year Resolutions for HOA Members Jan 04, 2020

[Second in a four-part series, with possible resolutions for the HOA owner.  Next week’s installment will suggest ideas for managers.]

I, the HOA member, resolve...

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New Year Resolutions of HOA Directors Dec 29, 2019

Many of us start the new year with commitments to improve, so why leave out the HOA? This four-part series suggests resolutions for association directors, homeowners,...

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The HOA Holiday Wish List Dec 22, 2019

During the holiday season, we often struggle to find the perfect gift for those who are important to us. Sometimes we need a little help, and we ask for a “wish...

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Reader Questions - Who Is Watching The HOA? Dec 14, 2019

Mr. Richardson,

Is there an oversight/audit department on a state level that oversees the management of an association? I am finding contradicting and wrong information in...

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Reader Questions - CC&Rs or Rules, and a Forgotten Bylaw Amendment Dec 06, 2019

Hi Kelly,

I’m confused between “rules” and “CC&R’s.” Our board, over the years, has implemented new rules. What I don’t...

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