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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.
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Can a condo association require open voting to increase HOA dues?
Associations prepare an annual budget to pay for the community's operations. Its revenue source is assessments. Generally, the board approves an annual budget and owners can refuse to ratify the budget. Lacking such refusal, the budget is ratified. Read your governig documents to determine the budget voting process in your association.
In state of ct can a spouse serve on the board at a condo.?
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.
What percent of condo units may one own in one bldg in Florida?
This may not be a Florida law, but it is a lender's guideline. Banks are not interested generally in offering mortgages for condominiums in associations where one owner owns more than 10% of the association's assets -- or 50% of its assets IF at least 50% of the units are owner occupied. You can read more, below.
How do you record amended condo bylaws?
Depending on the state, you may be required to record these amendments in the local hall of records. At least, a copy should be provided to all owners. A local association manager may be able to answer your question.
How would you obtain a copy of condo bylaws for a place you are looking into buying?
ANSWER: Ask the realtor who is selling the property or somebody from the Homeowners' Association.
How do I convince my grandparents to let me get a dog while I am living in their condo?
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.
What are Maui Hawaii condo-hotel smoking regulations?
The front desk at the hotel can answer your question.
What law supersedes state law or condo by laws?
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.
Is it legal to force condo owners not to fly American flags?
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.)
Do condo bylaws and rules and reg have same legal value?
'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.
How do you get answers to questions regarding condo laws in Fl?
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.
What is the new insurance law for condo associations?
The answer depends on the state where the condominium is located.You can follow the link, below, and find the state you want.
