*New Case Law On August 16, 2012 the California Supreme Court announced its decision in a case that will undoubtedly impact homeowners associations (“HOAs”), developers, owners and insurers in disputes arising from construction defects. The ruling in Pinnacle Museum Tower Association v. Pinnacle Market Development (US) LLC sets the stage…
*Asked & Answered Asked – My condominium association is imposing a special assessment against all owners to reimburse it for costs incurred in repairing the structure of an owner’s leaking balcony. Because the balcony is “exclusive use common area” to be maintained by the individual owner, is my association in…
We are proud to announce that the 1001 Laurel Residential Association has selected Tinnelly Law Group as its new legal counsel. Located in the City of San Carlos, the 1001 Laurel Residential condominium project was built in 2009 and consists of 90 ultra luxury condominium homes and several street-level commercial…
*New Resource Every Homeowners Association (HOA) will at some point hire a vendor to perform certain tasks on behalf of the HOA, or to furnish services to the HOA and its members. In doing so, a HOA may be exposed to liability brought about by vendor actions and/or the terms…
We are proud to announce that the Bay Ridge Heights Condominium Homeowners Association has selected Tinnelly Law Group as its new legal counsel. Located in the City of San Mateo, Bay Ridge Heights consists of 40 charming condominium homes surrounded by lush landscaping. Bay Ridge Heights’ residents enjoy a quiet…
*Asked & Answered Asked – Can the Board amend the HOA’s CC&Rs to limit a homeowner who owns multiple units from renting more than one unit unless they live within the HOA? Answered – Yes. Provided that the requisite procedures are followed and membership approval is obtained, the Board of…
We are proud to announce that Village Walk I Corporation has selected Tinnelly Law Group as its new legal counsel. Located in the City of Claremont, the Village Walk I development consists of 173 beautiful condominium homes built in 2006. Village Walk’s residents enjoy access to nearby pools, theaters, a…
*Asked & Answered Asked – May our HOA impose fines on homeowners who fail to complete HOA surveys? Answered – Probably not. In general, a homeowners association (HOA) does have the authority to impose reasonable fines to deter violations of the HOA’s governing documents, as well as any rules and…
*Asked & Answered Asked – Does our HOA Board President have the right to access our locked mailboxes in order to put a name card on the box? Answered – No. There are no Federal statutory provisions specifically addressing this situation; however, no one except the homeowner or the postal…
The Tinnelly Law Group is proud to announce the opening of its newest office location in San Mateo, California. The opening of the San Mateo office is in response to our rapidly expanding San Francisco Bay Area client portfolio. Our attorneys and staff are already beginning to enjoy the working…