*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…
*Asked & Answered Asked – Does hosting a public bingo game at our association’s clubhouse expose the association to any liability under the Americans with Disabilities Act? Answered -Yes, a homeowners association (“HOA”) that hosts public events at its facilities will need to comply with the rules and regulations of…
We are proud to announce that the Canyon View Condominium Owners Association has selected Tinnelly Law Group as its new corporate counsel. Tucked away in the beautiful and peaceful Trabuco Canyon, the Canyon View Condominium Owners Association consists of 225 condominium homes located within walking distance of the Limestone Canyon…
*New Resource The 2012 amendments to the “Common Interest Development Open Meeting Act” have made it significantly more difficult for Boards to manage the affairs of their HOAs in a quick and efficient manner. Those amendments, as discussed in our previous resource,”Senate Bill 563: Boards and their Business,” made significant…