HOA-related Articles and Reading Material
HOA Rules Enforcement: The Problem Of HOA Not Enforcing Rules And Selective Enforcement - This article is a pitch to HOAs by a property management company, but it has good, general information regarding liability in connection to an HOAs Non-Enforcement and Selective Enforcement of the CC&Rs.
Architectural Accommodations for Disabled Residents - This short article discusses ADA requests and compliance with an HOA's aesthetic standards. (It does not appear that "mushroom lighting" would pass this litmus test.)
BAD HOA by Luke Carlson, Esq. - An easy read that acquaints first-time HOA homeowners to the pitfalls of HOA living without overwhelming readers with legalese. It's also relevant for those considering renting in an HOA and a great refresher (and source of validation!) for those of us with prior experience with HOA living. This book is a must read!
The Triangle of Conflicted Interests - A great article that discusses how the interests of Management, the HOA lawyers, and the Board are aligned and not meant to benefit members.
What is the root cause of HOA dysfunction? - Another great article in which the author argues that the root cause of HOA problems is a governance model that is not designed to benefit the people who live in HOAs.
New Lawsuit Sheds Light on Corruption in HOA Industry - A 2015 article involving our property management company, Keystone Pacific.
A Neighborhood Torn: Battles over a La Quinta Estates' Events Lead To Animosity, Arrests, and Accusations of City Favoritism - We know first-hand what it means to fight a powerful entity who will stop at nothing in its attempts to silence dissent - up to and including, false arrest.
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