We are proud to announce that Wildflower Community Association has selected Tinnelly Law Group as their association’s legal counsel. Wildflower is a brand new neighborhood in the city of Moreno Valley being developed by D.R. Horton. The community features single and two-story floorplans with square footages ranging from 2,472 to…
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Riding Motorized Scooters in HOA Common Areas?
*Asked & Answered Asked – We have continued problems with unruly, unsupervised, and destructive children in our community’s common areas. They ride motorized scooters, skateboards, bikes, etc. all throughout our walkways and have collided with people and animals on several occasions. Our property manager said that nothing can be done…
New Client: The Orchards Community Association
We are proud to announce that The Orchards Community Association has selected Tinnelly Law Group as their association’s legal counsel. The Orchards is located in Tustin Ranch, within walking distance to shopping, dining, and theaters in the Marketplace. Residents enjoy using the community pool, spa, tennis courts, and access to…
Non-residents Accessing HOA Property? Be Wary of Prescriptive Easements
An easement provides an individual with the legal right to a specific and definable use of another’s property. A homeowners association’s (“HOA’s”) governing documents (i.e., “CC&Rs”) often provide numerous easement rights to its members for access and use of the HOA’s common areas and recreational facilities. While those easement rights…
TLG Expansion: New Greater Los Angeles Area Office!
The Tinnelly Law Group is proud to announce the opening of its newest office location in Downtown Los Angeles, California. The opening of the L.A. office is in response to our rapidly expanding Greater Los Angeles Area client portfolio. Our attorneys and staff are already beginning to enjoy the working…
HOA Restrictions on Electronic Cigarettes (E-Cigs)
The popularity of electronic cigarettes (“E-Cigs”) has increased in recent years. In light of unknown health risks, many state and local governments are passing laws restricting the sale and use of E-Cigs. Homeowners Associations (“HOAs”) are following this trend and adopting rules prohibiting their use in common areas. Questions have…
New Client: New Chase Homeowners Association
We are proud to announce that New Chase Homeowners Association has selected Tinnelly Law Group as their association’s legal counsel. New Chase HOA is a private gated community near Mile Square Park and the Santa Ana River Trail in Fountain Valley. Our HOA attorneys and staff look forward to working…
Inspection and Copying of Association Records
*New Library Article There are numerous records and items of information maintained and generated by a homeowners association (“HOA”) in the course of its operations. It is common for a HOA member to request copies of such records and information, especially in connection with an ongoing dispute the member may…
New Client: SkyRidge Community Association
We are proud to announce that SkyRidge Community Association has selected Tinnelly Law Group as their association’s legal counsel. SkyRidge is a brand new neighborhood in the city of Riverside being developed by William Lyon Homes. SkyRidge will offer family-oriented homebuyers the opportunity to enjoy a spacious move-up new residence…
HOAs Prohibited from Fining Homeowners for Failure to Water
In its third consecutive year of severe drought, California faces a historic water shortage and wildfire danger. According to Mashable.com and US Drought Monitor, “The entire state is in some stage of drought, with 77% of the state suffering from ‘extreme’ to ‘exceptional’ drought conditions.” Matters are expected to worsen,…