Colorado law requires common interest communities to adopt nine “responsible governance policies” addressing processes for key association issues. While many associations may have adopted such policies in the past, the law continues to change and oftentimes requires updates to various policies. Therefore, associations should periodically review their policies to ensure they remain consistent with currentGo to Newsletter
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At Altitude Community Law, it’s important that we keep our clients up to date with the most recent information in the community association industry. As part of our educational strategies, our newsletters and blogs will give you deeper insight into the intricacies of community association law. We believe that the right attitude stems from being well versed in the knowledge necessary for community association operations, governance, and enforcement.
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Despite what many individuals believe, associations are not obligated by Colorado law to provide security services or guaranty safety of their residents, guests, or invitees. Associations are not the police and do not have police powers to deal with unlawful and criminal activities in their communities. Regardless, this does not stop owners and residents fromGo to Newsletter
In 2025, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (“FinCen”) issued a temporary rule with respect to the Corporate Transparency Act (“CTA”) pausing the requirement for U.S. companies and persons to submit beneficial ownership information (“BOI”) to FinCen. The rule was intended to serve as a temporary interim rule until a permanent rule was adopted. To date,Go to Newsletter
With a light snow season this past winter, Colorado is facing historically low snowpack in the high country. Less snowpack means drought conditions and less available irrigation water for landscaping use this summer. In an effort to conserve water, various municipalities have already imposed watering restrictions. On March 25th the Denver Board of Water CommissionersGo to Newsletter
Serving on a community association board is often a demanding and thankless role. Board members volunteer their time to make decisions that affect the entire community, while balancing financial responsibilities, maintenance needs, and compliance with governing documents and applicable laws. Despite these efforts, board members often face criticism from owners who may not fully understandGo to Newsletter