The terms “energy” and “efficient” are used every day in all aspects of life, both on a local and global scale. Homeowners associations are not immune from these terms or their application. The Colorado Common Interest Ownership Act (“CCIOA“) contains an entire section (106.7) that addresses energy efficiency measures with respect to associations. The termGo to Resource
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I have recently encountered lots of questions about “working sessions” and whether they are legal. However, before discussing the legality of these mysterious little culprits, we must first figure out what they are. For most boards, working sessions are nothing more than informal gatherings during which they discuss various projects and other association-related issues inGo to Resource
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On May 13, 2024, Governor Polis signed HB24-1152. This bill makes it unlawful for associations in ADU Supportive Jurisdictions and/or within ADU subject jurisdictions to prohibit owners of single family detached homes to construct ADUs (between 500 and 700 square feet) on their lots. Counties such as Jefferson, Denver, Boulder, Douglas, Arapahoe, and Broomfield allGo to Resource
Given the current litigious nature of owners, and Colorado courts’ general unwillingness to rule in favor of HOAs unless the associations have complied with all statutory and governing document provisions, it is more important now than ever to ensure your community is acting in compliance with all applicable laws and governing document requirements. Colorado lawGo to Resource
Did you know the term “association records” is defined by Colorado statute? The Colorado Common Interest Ownership Act (“CCIOA“) clarifies the rights and obligations of both homeowners and associations in this regard, including identification of which association documents owners have a right to inspect and copy. What Constitutes Association Records? CCIOA, in Section 317, providesGo to Resource