Almost all homeowner associations in Colorado are either condominium communities or planned developments, with nothing in between (aside from a very small number of co-ops). Many might find this hard to believe given all the different types of communities we have labels for, such as townhomes, single family, patio homes, zero-lot-line homes, and mixed-use communities. Go to Resource
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What Does Transparent Mean? What is the definition of transparent? In its simplest form: see-through or clear. In terms of a business or corporation: one that allows easy access to information and records. In terms of a government (although some may cry “Impossible!”): free from corruption, no hidden agenda, and accountability. Don’t all the aboveGo to Resource
What Are Successful Associations Doing That Others Are Not?
The members of your association came together because they bought homes in the community. As board members and managers, you help keep it all together but to be successful everyone in a community must work together. As you can see from the list below, successful associations are doing things that not every association is doing.Go to Resource
At one time or another, most board members have experienced (or suffered through) lengthy and unproductive board meetings. Such meetings serve to deplete morale and leave board members wondering why they volunteered for such service. On the other hand, productive meetings can serve to spur creativity, increase participation from both board members and homeowners, andGo to Resource
Although many may not realize this, but drafting rules is a form of art. It’s an art in the sense that you have to know when it’s too much, when it’s too little, when it needs clarification, and when it conflicts with the law. For this reason, it is always recommended that draft rules beGo to Resource