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Arbitrator Not Found to Exceed its Powers

It is well settled that an association’s CC&Rs (“Declaration”) establishes and controls, among other things, a board’s authority to govern an association provided that the CC&Rs do not conflict with California law and regulations (i.e., Davis-Stirling Act). In such cases, the plain language of the CC&Rs control. (Franklin v. Marie…

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New Client: Breeza Owners Association

We are proud to announce that Breeza Owners Association has selected Tinnelly Law Group as their association’s legal counsel. Breeza is a high-rise condominium community located in the Little Italy area of downtown San Diego. Situated along what has been dubbed “Millionaire’s Row” on Pacific Highway, residents enjoy a community…

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New Client: Pacific Island Villas Homeowners’ Association

We are proud to announce that Pacific Island Villas Homeowners’ Association has selected Tinnelly Law Group as their association’s legal counsel. Pacific Island Villas is a condominium community located in Dana Point. Residents enjoy a pool, spa, clubhouse, and close proximity to the beach. Our HOA attorneys and staff look…

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Regulation of Noisy Vehicles within the Community

*Asked & Answered Asked – We have several vehicles that are “extremely loud” due to their exhaust systems. Even with all windows and doors closed and these vehicles 1/2 way across the complex, there is NO PROBLEM hearing them when they start them. They even set off car alarms near them.…

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New Client: Davenport Neighborhood Corporation

We are proud to announce that Davenport Neighborhood Corporation has selected Tinnelly Law Group as their association’s legal counsel. Davenport is a condominium community located in Ladera Ranch. Residents enjoy the use of multiple pools, spa, clubhouse, tennis, sports court, biking and hiking trails. Our HOA attorneys and staff look…

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New Client: Renaissance at Redhawk Homeowners Association

We are proud to announce that Renaissance at Redhawk Homeowners Association has selected Tinnelly Law Group as their association’s legal counsel. Renaissance at Redhawk is a brand new master-planned community by Beazer Homes featuring new detached homes located in Temecula. Residents live conveniently near Redhawk Golf Course, Old Town, San…

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SB 261 Signed! Changes to Individual and General Notice

**New Legislation Homeowners associations are often required to disclose information to their membership.  There are two forms of disclosure: general notice or individual delivery.  When homeowners associations are required to deliver documents by  “individual delivery” or “individual notice,” Civil Code Section 4040 permits delivery by email, facsimile, or other electronic…

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New Client: PGA WEST II Residential Association, Inc.

We are proud to announce that PGA WEST II Residential Association, Inc. has selected Tinnelly Law Group as their association’s legal counsel. PGA WEST II is a master-planned community located in the La Quinta.  Residents enjoy several community pools, and views of the golf courses, lakes, and mountains. Our HOA…

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AB 2912 Signed! Significant Changes to HOA Financial Review and Insurance Requirements

*New Legislation  Earlier this year, the California Legislature proposed AB 2912 (Irwin) in an effort “to protect owners in a [HOA] from fraudulent activity by those entrusted with the management of the [HOA’s] finances.” To that end, AB 2912 significantly increases the financial review requirements of HOA boards of directors,…