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HOA Restrictions on Companion and Service Animals

*Asked & Answered Asked – Our high-rise condominium association does not allow dogs weighing over 40 pounds, but we have an owner that has requested an exception for her “companion” dog that is a 70 pound Golden Retriever. Does our HOA have to allow the homeowner to have her companion…

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New Client: Marbella Property Owners Association

We are proud to announce that the Marbella Property Owners Association has selected Tinnelly Law Group as their association legal counsel. Located in San Juan Capistrano, this gorgeous gated community offers stunning custom homes, and members-only golf, tennis and recreational facilities. In addition to the award-winning championship golf course, residents…

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AB 2237: Contractor Licensing Law & Its Impact on HOA Managers

*New Legislation AB 2237 was passed in 2012 by the California Legislature to expand the legal requirements for the “contractors” who are required to have a General Contractor’s “B” license from the State of California. The “contractors” who must be licensed are defined in Cal. Business and Professions Code Section…

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New Client: Willmore Condominium Association

We are proud to announce that Willmore Condominium Association has selected Tinnelly Law Group as their association legal counsel. This beautiful 11-story building is an Italian Renaissance Revival, designed by the same architects that designed the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel, and is a Historical Landmark Property. Residents of the building enjoy…

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Association Reserve Accounts and Reserve Studies

*New Library Article “Always be prepared.” That simple phrase sums up the importance of funding and properly maintaining a reserve account. Accidents and surprise maintenance issues will inevitably pop up. When they do, the HOA that has been properly funding and managing its reserve account will be prepared to do…

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Is our HOA Required to Allow Artificial Grass?

*Asked & Answered Asked – Our HOA’s Architectural Committee received an application for a homeowner to install artificial grass in their front yard. Does Civil Code Section 1353.8 (Use of Low Water Using Plants) require us to approve it? Answered – No. Civil Code Section 1353.8 renders void and unenforceable…

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Electronic Balloting May be Coming to HOA Elections

Under the Davis Stirling Act as currently written, common interest developments (“CIDs”) are required to comply with certain procedures for conducting elections. Among other requirements, the Act requires CIDs run by homeowners associations (“HOAs”) to adopt rules and appoint inspectors for the purpose of verifying signatures, counting and tabulating votes.…