Yes, By-laws, CC&Rs, Rules and Regulations can all be amended, changed and altered.
By-laws and CC&Rs always contain amendment procedures, which must be followed in order for amendments to be legal. Amendments to CC&Rs must also be filed in the local hall of records, in the land-use office.
All amendments, changes or alterations require very specific voting requirements and notification-of-owners requirements that must be followed in order for any amendment, change or alteration to be legally effective.
Consult your association's governing documents for the answers you seek. Best practices dictate that you work with association counsel to make these changes.
Condo association bylaws typically specify the process for voting on changes to HOA dues. While some associations may require open voting, others may allow for private or proxy voting. It ultimately depends on the specific rules and regulations outlined in the association's governing documents. Owners should consult the bylaws or seek legal advice to understand their specific rights and responsibilities in this regard.
Yes, in Connecticut, a spouse can serve on the board of a condo association as long as it is not prohibited by the association's bylaws or state laws. It's always a good idea to review the specific rules and regulations of the condominium association to ensure compliance with any restrictions on board membership.
In Florida, there is no specific limit on the percentage of condo units that one person can own in a single building. However, some condominium associations may have their own rules and restrictions regarding the maximum number of units that one owner can possess. It is important to review the bylaws and regulations of the specific condominium association for accurate information.
To record amended condo bylaws, follow these steps: Review the existing bylaws and identify the changes or amendments that need to be made. Prepare a document that clearly outlines the amendments and includes the original bylaw text with the changes highlighted or noted. Present the amended bylaws to the board of directors or any governing body for review and approval. Once approved, update the official condo bylaws document by incorporating the amendments and have it signed by the appropriate individuals, such as board members or officers.
ANSWER: Ask the realtor who is selling the property or somebody from the Homeowners' Association.
Sorry to tell you this, but you may not be able to do that. Some condo associations have rules against dogs and that may prevent you from getting one.
Sure, you can contractually waive any civil rights you want to, as a condition to being a tenant or a condo owner. Read your association bylaws and take legislative action in meetings with the other members if you want to change something.Check with your state's statutes. It is illegal in Maryland for Condo associations to forbid the flying of the American flag.Another AnswerRead your governing documents to determine your rights to display material, either in your windows, on your lawns and so forth. As well, review your state's laws, to determine whether your governing documents are enforceable on this matter.You also have the option to petition your board to amend your governing documents to conform to the state law. The amendment process depends on which one of your governing documents covers displaying material visible from the exterior of your unit.(Both answers hold the same position; just stated a little differently.)
The front desk at the hotel can answer your question.
Federal law can supersede state law when it legislates the same area. This happens when a person can't obey both the Federal and the state law at the same time. When this is the case, it is the Federal law that the person should obey. Condo bylaws can be superseded by state or federal laws in the same manner. Further, state law can directly mandate how bylaws are written.
'Legal value' is subjective, depending on who's defining the phrase. Both the By-laws and Rules and Regulations are considered governing documents. Neither can be amended at whim. The association's legal counsel can advise the board as to the leverage weight of any governing documents insofar as enforcement is concerned.
Your answer depends on the questions that you ask. General state and local regulations can be answered by your local chapter of Community Associations Institute, below. Questions you have about a condominium where you reside or own property are available in your governing documents, from board members or from your association manager.
The answer depends on the state where the condominium is located.You can follow the link, below, and find the state you want.