by Meredith Pond | Dec 8, 2015 |
Yeah, you read that right: drones. Call it a sign of the times, but the rising popularity of remote-controlled drones means you're likely to see this issue in your community in the near future – if you haven't already.While many would consider drones little more than a grown-up toy, metro areas like Phoenix and others are starting to take them seriously. In fact, some universities are even beginning to offer degree programs in drone piloting, due to their increasing usefulness in several industries. And what's more, about 1 million drones are expected to be sold in the United States during the holiday season, making it even more likely that you'll start seeing them soon. Read More...
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by Sterling Jenkins | Dec 1, 2015 |
Personally, I find the “HOA vs Christmas display” stories fascinating. There are few topics that get homeowners more fired up than a story about an HOA that forces someone to shut down their awesome Christmas display. Chances are high that you feel the same… unless of course you've ever seen the issue from the perspective of the board of directors. Here's my take on both sides of the issue. Read More...
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by Quinn Sperry | Nov 24, 2015
It’s not uncommon for homeowner associations to adopt rules that violate federal and state fair housing laws, or the Fair Housing Act (the “FHA”). Violations of the FHA can bring severe penalties, as demonstrated in a recent case where an individual was awarded damages in excess of a hundred of thousand dollars against an HOA. A valuable strategy for board members is to carefully review their HOA’s governing documents with legal counsel and other industry professionals on a regular basis to ensure that the HOA’s rules and other governing provisions comply with the fair housing laws while balancing safety issues that your HOA must address. Read More...
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by Burke Nielsen | Sep 18, 2015 |
Homeowners who aren't happy with their HOA often cite inconsistent or changing policies as the reason. The fact is, it's tough to create rules and policies that are perfect. You have heard the cliche “the devil’s in the details” - well in the case of HOA policies and rules this couldn’t be more true. One of the primary responsibilities of the Board is to set policies and define rules to fit the unique character of their community... Here are a few common mistakes that boards should avoid when adopting policies and rules.
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by John Richards | Jun 15, 2015
Legally, a service animal is just what it sounds like: an animal that provides a necessary service for its owner. The obvious examples would be seeing-eye dogs, or even dogs that assist the deaf. Few would argue the need for a service animal in these cases. However, the term “companion animal” can get a little — well — hairy. Read More...
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by John Richards | Jun 10, 2015 |
Your HOA probably has some pet restrictions in place. But what can you really expect? Your HOA has rules for a reason. They protect you. They protect the organization. They make your HOA a more beautiful, pleasant place to live — at least that's the idea. This legal framework of regulations isn't meant to be overly restrictive. They aren't there to make you feel like you can't hang a wreath or listen to music without getting a nasty note. Read More...
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