For more than a decade, the California Legislature has passed laws making it easier for residents to install electric vehicle (“EV”) charging stations within HOAs. For example, in 2011, the Legislature enacted what is now Civil Code section 4745, which nullified any provision in an HOA’s governing documents which prohibited…
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Asked and Answered: Paying for Increased HOA Insurance Premiums
*Asked & Answered Asked – Our insurance was cancelled and with the new policy the premium sky rocketed. There is not enough money in the operating account or budget to pay for the new premium. Can we pay from reserves? Answered – California has suffered significant wildfire damage in recent…
New ‘Community Association Update Newsletter’ – Issue 57
In case you missed it, Issue # 57 of our ‘Community Association Update’ newsletter is available now! Topics covered in this issue include: AB 1410 – Speech on Social Media; Room Rentals; Enforcement During Emergencies AB 1738 – EV Charging Stations in Existing Multi-Family Developments SB 897 – Accessory Dwelling…
New Client: Seabridge Village Master Community Association
It’s our privilege to welcome Seabridge Village Master Community Association to Tinnelly Law Group’s growing family of HOA clients. Located in Huntington Beach, Seabridge Village is a 24-hour guard gated community that is surrounded by mature landscaping and man made lakes. Residents enjoy two clubhouses, multiple swimming pools/spas, 4 tennis…
New Client: Los Lagos Homeowners Association, Inc.
It’s our privilege to welcome Los Lagos Homeowners Association, Inc. to Tinnelly Law Group’s growing family of HOA clients. Los Lagos was started in 1980 on 35 acres. The eighty-nine beautiful custom homes were designed by renowned architect Barry Berkus. The hand-carved imported entry fountain, abundant trees, lush landscaping, ponds, winding…
The Benefits of Board Education
In the State of California, most HOA’s are non-profit corporations managed by a board of directors composed of volunteer homeowners elected by the membership. Boards derive their authority from the governing documents including the Articles of Incorporation, Bylaws, and Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions (CC&Rs) that impose rules and restrictions on…
New Client: Pinnacle at Dublin Ranch Subassociation
It’s our privilege to welcome Pinnacle at Dublin Ranch Subassociation to Tinnelly Law Group’s growing family of HOA clients. Pinnacle is a gated high end community in Dublin Ranch. Residents enjoy lots ranging in size from 1/4 to 1/3 acre, many of which have sweeping views of the Dublin Ranch…
New Client: Broadmoor Northridge Community Association
It’s our privilege to welcome Broadmoor Northridge Community Association to Tinnelly Law Group’s growing family of HOA clients. Broadmoor Northridge is a collection of single family homes located in Anaheim Hills. Residents enjoy two community pools and a small tot lot. Our HOA lawyers and staff look forward to working…
How to Direct Questions from Potential Homebuyers
Since COVID-19, followers of the real estate market may have noticed that the housing market is currently booming. There are not as many sellers as there are buyers, so the competition to obtain a buyer’s dream home is through the roof. Many of these potential buyers are looking to buy…
New Client: Canyon Crest Estates Homeowners Association
It’s our privilege to welcome Canyon Crest Estates Homeowners Association to Tinnelly Law Group’s growing family of HOA clients. Canyon Crest Estates is a condominium community located in Corona Del Mar. Residents enjoy a community pool, spa and tennis courts. Our HOA lawyers and staff look forward to working with…