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Water Damage Claims in Your Condo Association

*New Library Article! Many condominium associations face problems due to a misunderstanding of how their association’s policies of insurance operate and should be utilized—especially in connection with property damage emanating from broken pipes or plumbing fixtures. Those problems include, among others: (a) denying owners the benefit of the insurance coverage…

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New Clients: Civita Community and Civita Residential Associations

We are proud to announce that Civita Community and Civita Residential Associations have selected Tinnelly Law Group as their associations’ legal counsel. Civita is a new master planned community in San Diego. Located in the heart of Mission Valley, Civita blends equal parts urban vibe and village charm.  Spanning 2.5…

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New Client: Brookstone Condominiums Homeowners’ Association

We are proud to announce that Brookstone Condominiums Homeowners’ Association has selected Tinnelly Law Group as their associations’ legal counsel. Brookstone is a quiet condominium community located in South Huntington Beach.  Residents enjoy a community pool, spa, barbecue area, and close proximity to the beach. Our HOA attorneys and staff…

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Sticks and Stones

As HOA industry professionals, there are many positive aspects to our occupation.  We work with a diverse group of people, take fulfillment from helping volunteer boards, and are happy when we solve problems through creativity.  Unfortunately, there are situations that can become difficult. Most association managers (“Manager”) have had some…

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New Client: Mission Trails Collection Community Corporation

We are proud to announce that Mission Trails Collection Community Corporation has selected Tinnelly Law Group as their associations’ legal counsel. Mission Trails Collection is a new condominium community by City Ventures. Located in Santee, residents will enjoy solar-powered townhomes, smart heating and cooling systems, homes pre-wired for electric vehicle…

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HOA CC&Rs & Condo Plan Trump Conflicting Rights Conveyed in Deed

*Unpublished Opinion Homeowners Association (“HOA”) Boards of Directors and management professionals often encounter disputes with homeowners as to who has the right to use common areas parking spaces within a condominium development. Homeowners often believe that such spaces are part of their separately owned units (their separate property or “separate…

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New Client: Rancho Tesoro Community Association

We are proud to announce that Rancho Tesoro Community Association has selected Tinnelly Law Group as their associations’ legal counsel. Rancho Tesoro is a new master-planned community by Brookfield Residential. Located in San Marcos, residents will enjoy a resort-style pool area, playground, BBQ pavilion, trails, and three private parks. Our…

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New Client: Buena Vida Maintenance Corporation

We are proud to announce that Buena Vida Maintenance Corporation has selected Tinnelly Law Group as their associations’ legal counsel. Buena Vida is a new active adult community by Del Webb. Located in Brea, residents will enjoy a clubhouse, fitness center, lounge, ballroom, catering kitchen, sparkling pool, spa and patio.…

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HOA Short-term Rental Rule Violated California Coastal Act

*New Case Law The issue of short-term rentals (or “vacation rentals”) is becoming increasingly significant for homeowners associations (“HOAs”).  The concerns and problems that arise from having revolving groups of vacation renters in HOAs are well-documented, such as the fact that vacation renters are often “less careful in using the common…