Understand HOA rental restrictions and what renting roles, rights, and responsibilities each of the involved parties have: the renter, the landlord, the HOA, and property management company.
MelanieFebruary 13, 2021
Board members may find it challenging to regulate the use of marijuana in HOA communities. While cannabis continues to be illegal at the federal level, many states are legalizing its recreational and medical use. With state laws changing in this way, HOA boards may wonder whether or not they can still restrict the use of marijuana. Can Homeowners Use Marijuana in HOA Communities? In 2019, Illinois became the 11th state to legalize the recreational and medical use of marijuana…
MelanieOctober 27, 2019
Every condominium association has a set of condo rules and regulations. These rules exist to maintain order, ensure quality of life, and protect property values. Unit owners must understand these rules and learn to abide by them. What are Condo Rules and Regulations? Condo associations are governed by a set of documents known as the governing documents. The rules and regulations, also known as the operating rules, are one of them. Condo rules and regulations govern the use of…
MelanieSeptember 24, 2019
There are some challenges to having a pool in your community association. The biggest challenges tend to be related to the residents, rather than the maintenance. Here are some simple guidelines for HOA and condo pool rules, rule enforcement, and managing to avoid chaos. (more…)
MelanieSeptember 22, 2019
Condo Associations and HOAs often find it a bit challenging to enforce all the rules. Not enforcing rules can upset members, cause issues, and possibly even create a legal issue. Here we explain the importance of implementing and enforcing rules, and provide resources so condo and HOA boards can make it manageable. (more…)
MelanieMarch 2, 2019
While some homeowners associations are strict, others struggle with the problem of the HOA not enforcing rules. There are also those that do enforce rules but struggle to enforce them consistently. Both scenarios can lead to a number of potential issues, both in the legal sense and in terms of long-term stability. HOA Not Enforcing Rules: Understanding Board Duties A homeowners association has certain obligations to its community, carried out by its representatives: the HOA board. Board members should…
MelanieMarch 1, 2019
Homeowners associations are known for having strict rules, among which are HOA pet restrictions. Before buying a home in an HOA community, potential owners should first check whether or not the association has pet policies. It is common for HOAs to have limitations on pets, with some even banning them altogether. Are HOA Pet Restrictions Legal? It might not seem like it, but it is quite common for homeowners associations to have pet restrictions. Many people consider their pets…
MelanieNovember 24, 2018
