Some condominium projects are unfortunately experiencing substantial, community-wide pipe leaks and failures due to substandard piping products used in development. In dealing with that very situation, one of TLG’s homeowners association clients, located in the City of Laguna Niguel, encountered various legal and financial issues. We are humbled by the…
We are proud to announce that the Villa Hoffman Homeowners Association has selected Tinnelly Law Group as its new legal counsel. Villa Hoffman is the latest homeowners association to join Tinnelly Law Group’s rapidly expanding Bay Area client portfolio. Located in the northern end of San Francisco’s town of Colma,…
*New Case Law Homeowners Association (HOA) developers often reserve certain easement rights for the benefit of the HOA’s members. Such easement rights typically extend over common areas but may also extend to adjoining properties which are not included within the actual HOA development. When those easement rights are threatened or…
*Asked & Answered Asked – What effects does hiring an unlicensed contractor bear on a HOA? Answered – In accordance with the Contractors State License Board, it is illegal for an unlicensed contractor to perform work on any project that exceeds $500 or more in labor and materials. A Homeowners…
*Asked & Answered Asked – Does a homeowner who abstains from voting in a HOA’s annual election have any impact on the degree to which the HOA satisfies its quorum requirement? Answered – Yes. A member that abstains from voting will still be included in measuring whether a HOA has…
We are proud to announce that The Terrace at Corona Del Mar Homeowners Association has selected Tinnelly Law Group as its corporate counsel. The beautiful Terrace at Corona Del Mar development consists of 100 condominium homes located in the City of Newport Beach. Its residents enjoy ocean front views and…
*New Resource Various laws have been established to protect the rights of disabled individuals, such as the Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADA”) and the Federal Fair Housing Act (“FFHA”). These laws govern both public and private facilities, and set forth the degree to which an entity, such as a homeowners…
We are proud to announce that the Irvine Groves Homeowners Association has selected Tinnelly Law Group as its new legal counsel. Located in the City of Irvine, the beautiful Irvine Groves community consists of 231 condominiums located just one block from Irvine High School and a few blocks from the…
*Asked & Answered Asked – In response to a complaint by a homeowner that her noisy neighbor is causing a nuisance, is her homeowners association obligated to take legal action to remedy the problem? Answered – Maybe. A homeowners association’s (HOA’s) governing documents often contain use restrictions which prohibit homeowners…
We are proud to announce that the Aventura Homeowners Association has selected Tinnelly Law Group as its legal counsel. Located in the City of Irvine, California, the Aventura condominium project consists of 167 beautiful condominiums built by California Pacific Homes. Its residents enjoy fantastic amenities such as a community pool,…