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CCIOA Corner – Alterations of Units

Filed Under Amending Your Governing Documents, Enforcement and Fines, Governance, Litigation

Posted February 1, 2012

If your community’s declaration is silent as to interior alterations of units, did you know that Section 211(a) of CCIOA authorizes owners to make improvements or alterations to their units without seeking board approval? Specifically, Section 211(a) authorizes owners in post-CCIOA communities (communities created after July 1, 1992) to make improvements and alterations inside theirGo to Resource

Policies, Procedures, Rules, Regulations, and Resolutions: What’s the Difference??

Filed Under Amending Your Governing Documents, Governance

Posted January 3, 2012

You’ve, no doubt, heard the terms “resolutions, policies, rules, and regulations” used many times in the industry. But have you ever wondered what all these different terms mean and whether there is a difference in which term you use? Despite popular belief, there are subtle differences in these terms outlined in the checklist below. AsGo to Resource

Missing Puzzle Pieces – Do You Have All of Your Annexation Documents?

Filed Under Amending Your Governing Documents, Governance

Posted September 23, 2011

Have you ever needed to pursue litigation against an owner for either covenant enforcement violations or failure to pay assessments? Have you ever considered amending the declaration for your community? Have you ever considered obtaining FHA certification of your community so that borrowers can obtain FHA insured loans? Chances are a majority of associations wouldGo to Resource

Tips for Helping You Understand Your Association’s Governing Documents

Filed Under Amending Your Governing Documents, Governance

Posted September 22, 2011

Many day to day questions facing board members, managers and homeowners are easily answered in the association’s governing documents. But understanding your governing documents can be a daunting task and may, at times, seem overwhelming. This article provides tips on how to help you understand your governing documents and what information is contained in eachGo to Resource

Legal Basis for Covenants and Rules

Filed Under Amending Your Governing Documents, Enforcement and Fines

Posted September 17, 2011

Statutory Legal Basis – CCIOA Association’s Governing Documents Articles of Incorporation Bylaws Declaration General Powers (e.g., broad powers to enact rules) Specific Powers (e.g., prohibition against satellite dishes) Pre-Enforcement Process (e.g., ACC) Rules and Regulations Guidelines SCOPE AND LIMITATIONS OF RULES Rule must relate to purpose of association and purpose sought to be achieved byGo to Resource

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