Before the adoption of the Colorado Common Interest Ownership Act (CCIOA), the transition of an association from developer control to homeowner control was often a haphazard, informal, and ongoing process. CCIOA requires developers to gradually turn over control of the association as units are sold or time expires. Even with the more structured transition frameworkGo to Resource
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Recently I read an article about a group of Denver firefighters who, in addition to being attacked by the flames they were trying to put out, were also being attacked by the bed bugs trying to escape the flames. Gross. While bed bugs, apparently, are an occupational hazard firefighters must occasionally face – what aboutGo to Resource
Many homeowners are looking for ways to make small changes in their lives that lead to fewer negative impacts on the environment. Some choose to bring their own reusable bags to grocery stores; some choose to purchase a hybrid vehicle; some choose to install solar panels to reduce their energy consumption. Likewise, homeowner association boardGo to Resource
You’ve been promoting the need for a special assessment for months now. As board president, you’ve taken the lead in exploring alternatives and developing a budget. Now, you’re planning the agenda for the meeting where homeowners will vote on the special assessment. I’m afraid some homeowners who oppose this special assessment don’t believe I willGo to Resource
They say public speaking is one of the most common fears. Imagine you’re a first term board president who doesn’t have a lot of experience in public speaking. Especially not to a group as large as your HOA. Especially not to a meeting where a contested issue may come up. I’m afraid I won’t knowGo to Resource