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HOA Assessment Collection During the Pandemic

*Asked & Answered Asked – Our common area recreational facilities have been shut-down as a result of the pandemic. With this, and with the economic impact of COVID-19, should our HOA be excusing homeowners from having to pay assessments? What about reducing our assessments or changing our policy to not…

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A Member in Our Community Tested Positive for COVID-19 – What Do We Do?

*Asked & Answered Asked –We just found out that two homeowners in a community we manage are infected with COVID-19 and they are currently self-isolating in their Units. What must be done on our end and what information can we disclose to help prevent the spread? Answered – Even if…

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New Client: Tustin Imperial Homeowners Association

It’s our privilege to welcome Tustin Imperial Homeowners Association to Tinnelly Law Group’s growing family of HOA clients. Tustin Imperial is a townhome-style community located in the city of Tustin.  Residents enjoy a pool, basketball court, tot lot and neatly manicured landscape areas. Our HOA lawyers and staff look forward…

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Managing the Coronavirus – A Discussion of Preliminary Board Concerns

Over the last few business days, our firm has received several calls regarding the Coronavirus (COVID – 19).  We understand the obstacles created by COVID – 19 because successful association governance depends upon engaged community involvement and personal interaction. The purpose of this blog post is to provide a brief…

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Realtors Beware: Your Client’s Country Club Exclusion Can Come Back Around to Bite You

*Unpublished Opinion In January 2016, plaintiffs and appellants, Michael Dubasso and Jenny Dubasso (collectively, the “Dubassos”), purchased a home in the Tradition community (“Tradition”) in La Quinta, California. The Dubassos hired real estate agent Kathleen O-Keefe (“O-Keefe”) and LQR Desert Real Estate, Inc. (“LQR”) as their real estate agent and…

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New Client: Soleil Aliso Viejo Homeowners Association

It’s our privilege to welcome Soleil Aliso Viejo Homeowners Association to Tinnelly Law Group’s growing family of HOA clients. Soleil is a condominium association located in the coastal community of Aliso Viejo.  Residents enjoy a community playground and panoramic views of city lights and mountains. Our HOA lawyers and staff…

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There is no Such Thing as a Free Lunch – Or a Free Clubhouse: Implementing Reasonable Limitations on Political Speech and Assembly Rights in California HOAs

We have just passed the two-year anniversary of California Civil Code 4515. This is the law that protects certain rights of members and residents to political speech and peaceful assembly within California community associations. With election season in full swing, it is important for Boards and management to be reminded…

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New Client: Parkview Terrace Owners Association

It’s our privilege to welcome Parkview Terrace Owners Association to Tinnelly Law Group’s growing family of HOA clients. Parkview Terrace is a brand new community of single-family homes by KB Home in San Diego.  Residents will enjoy a plethora of local recreational opportunities, including Parkside Neighborhood Park, the Camacho Recreation…

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New Client: Meadow Park Community Association

It’s our privilege to welcome Meadow Park Community Association to Tinnelly Law Group’s growing family of HOA clients. Meadow Park is a brand new condominium community by William Lyon Homes in Claremont.  Residents will enjoy a large great lawn at the center of the community, ideal for socializing and relaxing.…