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New Client: Manitou Springs Homeowners Association

It’s our privilege to welcome Manitou Springs Homeowners Association to Tinnelly Law Group’s growing family of HOA clients. Manitou Springs is a collection of single family homes located behind the gates of the Indian Wells Country Club. Residents enjoy three community pools, four bocce courts, and stunning views of the…

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New ‘Community Association Update’ Newsletter – Issue 47

In case you missed it, Issue # 47 of our ‘Community Association Update’ newsletter is available now! Topics covered in this issue include: California Legislature Further Limits a HOA’s Right to Restrict Rentals Political Signs and the Limits Imposed on a HOA’s Ability to Regulate Same SB-908 Signed!  Debt Collection Licensing Act…

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Asbestos Testing Prior to Demolition and Renovation – The Impact of Rule 1403

*Asked & Answered Asked – Our HOA Board of Directors has recently decided to undertake some deferred maintenance projects which require wall renovations, such as re-piping the condominium buildings. Must the Association have an asbestos survey conducted prior to commencing the work? Answered – Yes. The South Coast Air Quality Management…

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SB-908 Signed! Debt Collection Licensing Act

*New Legislation Existing state law provides for the Rosenthal Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (the “Rosenthal Act”), California’s state equivalent of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (“FDCPA”). Like the FDCPA, the Rosenthal Act prohibits debt collectors from engaging in specified abusive, unfair, or deceptive practices to collect debts. Violations of…

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New Client: Theory at Innovation Homeowners Association

It’s our privilege to welcome Theory at Innovation Homeowners Association to Tinnelly Law Group’s growing family of HOA clients. Theory is a collection of 4 new single-level home plans by Shea Homes®, located within the stunning new master plan of Innovation in Fremont. As it grows, it’s planned to include shopping,…

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California Legislature Further Limits a HOA’s Right to Restrict Rentals

*New Legislation On January 1, 2012, Section 1360.2 (now Section 4740) was added to the California Civil Code to limit a HOA’s authority to adopt and enforce certain rental “prohibitions.”  The legislative intent behind the law was the recognition that “the rights of Owners in [a HOA] to rent or…

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New Client: The Whelan Ranch Condominium Community Association

It’s our privilege to welcome The Whelan Ranch Condominium Community Association to Tinnelly Law Group’s growing family of HOA clients. Whelan Ranch is condo community located near Camp Pendleton and the Oceanside Golf Course in Oceanside. Residents enjoy a pool, clubhouse, two playgrounds, parklike views, hiking trails, and a quiet…

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Political Signs and the Limits Imposed on a HOA’s Ability to Regulate Same

As we draw near to the 2020 election, many residents living in HOAs have decided to install yard signs and other displays for their chosen candidate or cause. Many of these “noncommercial” signs have sparked fury in those who oppose such views, calling upon the Board of Directors to have…

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Insurance Coverage Denied & Bad Faith Claims

Community associations buy insurance to obtain coverage in the case it becomes necessary.   The reality is pre-litigation costs are expensive, ranging anywhere from a few thousand to tens of thousands of dollars.  Litigation itself can be even more and this is not including any estimated fees for an appeal.  No…

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New Client: Menifee Hills Community Association

It’s our privilege to welcome Menifee Hills Community Association to Tinnelly Law Group’s growing family of HOA clients. Located in the Temecula Valley, Menifee Hills is a Lennar product featuring two collections of homes offering spacious designs and mountain views. Amenities include parks and trails throughout the community. Residents can…