HOA Homefront: Court decision denying ADU supports board’s discretion
The case stemmed from a couple's effort to build an accessory dwelling unit on their lot, but their HOA denied it on the grounds of traffic and fire safety.
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HOA Homefront: What board eligibility requirements must HOAs follow?
In California there is only one mandatory eligibility requirement to run for director or serve as directors – directors must be association members
HOA Homefront: Questions on board candidate nominations
Association election rules cannot bar someone from nominating themselves.
HOA Homefront: 4 new laws from Sacramento in 2025
2025 brought HOAs four new bills signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom, one which took effect July 1, and three that start Jan. 1.
HOA Homefront: Questions on insurance for EV charging stations
A new California law is changing insurance requirements for EV charging staions in HOAs.
HOA Homefront: What happens when HOA endorses a homeowner for public office?
HOA management and its board should stay out of public election contests, even if the candidate is one of the HOA neighbors.
HOA Homefront: Reduced quorum, recall quorum, and who is an ‘owner’?
California law allows a reduced quorum election without an amendment to the CC&Rs and bylaws.
HOA Homefront: After 800 columns, 8 things continue to motivate
Here are eight ways the column still seeks to help HOAs and their members.
HOA Homefront: Questions on problem renters and rental fees
If tenants are creating problems, the HOA cannot discipline them directly because they are not owners.
HOA Homefront: More questions on restricting rentals
California law both grandfathers rental prohibitions and bans rental prohibitions and unreasonable restrictions.