After decades of relying on traditional paper ballots, HOAs in California are now allowed to vote electronically. HOA electronic voting has many benefits for the association. However, when transitioning to it, your association needs to make several legal and logistical considerations. What is Electronic Voting? Thanks to technology, organizing a vote has become easier. […]
Generally, HOA fines are considered a tool the HOA uses to enforce rules and regulations effectively. However, California has introduced a new provision in its legislation that outlines HOA fine limits for communities across the state. But what does this entail, and how can your HOA adapt? What are HOA Fines? In an HOA, […]
In keeping a community’s peace and order, associations need to create and enforce HOA rules. However, these regulations need to remain consistent with legal tenets that are higher in the hierarchy. What are HOA Rules? The guidelines and community standards that everyone in a planned community should uphold are listed in the HOA rules. […]
HOA rental restrictions can help California HOAs maintain their own community character. However, HOA boards also need to know the limitations mandated by state law. What are HOA Renting Restrictions? HOA renting restrictions are guidelines that say what homeowners can do when it comes to leasing or renting out their homes. Usually, these rules […]
In California, the adult possession and marijuana use has been legal since 2016. But is it still possible to restrict it within an HOA community? To what extent can HOA weed rules be implemented in a community that balances the rights of its residents? What is the Legality of Marijuana Use in California? Adult […]
More and more residents in California are choosing artificial turf as part of their landscaping efforts. The material has many pros and cons, but can associations ban the use of HOA artificial turf in California? What Is Artificial Turf? Artificial turf serves as a replacement for real grass used by homeowners in landscaping or […]
