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AB 2362: Association Notice Required Prior to Pesticide Application Without a Licensed Pest Control Operator

Once again the first of the year brings new legislation impacting common interest developments. The passage of Assembly Bill 2362 adds Civil Code section 4777 to the Davis Stirling Common Interest Development Act effective January 1, 2017.  The intent of this bill was to require the same written notification of…

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New Client: Robertson Ranch West Village Owners Association

We are proud to announce that Robertson Ranch West Village Owners Association has selected Tinnelly Law Group as their associations’ legal counsel. Toll Brothers at Robertson Ranch is a master planned community in the highly desired coastal village of Carlsbad and is made up of four different collections of single-family, luxury homes. Amenities…

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SB 814: Penalties for Excessive Water Use

California is experiencing the worst drought in over a century.  As a result, the California Legislature has enacted a number of laws aimed at water conservation.  Existing law requires the Department of Water Resources and the State Water Resources Control Board to take appropriate actions to prevent unreasonable water use. …

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New Client: Wallis Ranch Owners Association

We are proud to announce that Wallis Ranch Owners Association has selected Tinnelly Law Group as their associations’ legal counsel. Wallis Ranch is a gated master planned community of 800 new homes in 8 distinctive neighborhoods in Dublin. Recognized by Builder and Developer Magazine as the “2016 Community of the Year,” over half of…

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AB 1978: Janitorial Service Providers Must be Registered

AB 1978 creates the Property Services Workers Protection Act.  Adding Part 4.2 (commencing with Section 1420) to Division 2 of the Labor Code, it requires every janitorial business within the State of California to register yearly with the Commissioner of the Division of Labor Standards Enforcement (“DLSE”) and pay a…

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The California Air Resources Board Has Established Regulations Regarding Heavy-Duty Diesel Vehicles that Directly Impact Homeowners Associations

The California Air Resources Board (“ARB”) passed a regulation (“Regulation”) that requires diesel trucks and buses that operate in California to be upgraded to reduce emissions.  The Regulation has a direct impact on HOAs and requires them to take steps to verify that certain vehicles they hire are properly certified…

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New Client: Sage Canyon Maintenance Corporation

We are proud to announce that Sage Canyon Maintenance Corporation has selected Tinnelly Law Group as their associations’ legal counsel. Sage Canyon is a beautiful condominium community located next to the Sierra Del Oro Hills in Corona. Residents enjoy a pool and spa overlooking the city, clubhouse, sand volleyball court and…

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Encroaching on HOA Common Area Could Cost You

*New Case Law Rural, equestrian, and large-scale planned developments may include properties with spacious lot sizes bordered by common area lots and open spaces. When property lines are not clearly delineated or easily identified in these communities, there may be instances where a homeowner seeks to expand his property by…

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New Client: Northwood Villas Homeowners Association

We are proud to announce that Northwood Villas Homeowners Association has selected Tinnelly Law Group as their associations’ legal counsel. Located in the city of Irvine, Northwood Villas consists of more than 200 condominiums and is characterized by its lush landscape and rows of Eucalyptus trees. Residents enjoy using the community pool, spa, and…

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New Client: Vue on 5th Owners Association

We are proud to announce that Vue on 5th Owners Association has selected Tinnelly Law Group as their associations’ legal counsel. In the center of Banker’s Hill stands Vue on 5th, sophisticated new luxury residences with views of a thriving midtown neighborhood and city lights. Within walking distance to Balboa Park, Vue on…