A board of directors is responsible for the operations of an HOA. Newer communities may still have boards controlled by builders and developers. Board members are volunteers who work to enforce governing documents, manage financial aspects, and maintain common areas. Essentially the lawbook by which...
Homeowners associations (HOA) set and uphold rules in order to maintain and enhance property value in housing communities—and come with dues you have to pay.
Simply put, a homeowners association fee is typically paid monthly by homeowners living within an HOA community to maintain all properties, shared amenities and common areas within the association. There are a variety of different services and costs that can make up your HOA fees, and the service...
In Wisconsin, homeowner associations (HOAs) have additional legal requirements beyond the day-to-day management of common areas. Specifically, under Wisconsin Act 199, HOAs must file specific notices with the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions to maintain high transparency and accountability in...
COMMON AREA - IMPROVEMENT STANDARDS & ENFORCEMENT - ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW PROCESS, APPROVAL & APPEAL - CC&R & RULE ENFORCEMENT - INADEQUATE OR EXCESSIVE HOA RULES - FIDUCIARY DUTY - CONFLICT OF INTEREST - EXCESSIVE and/or SELECTIVE ENFORCEMENT - FAILURE TO ENFORCE - FAILURE TO MAINTAIN - FAILURE ...
Assessments are fees collected from homeowners to cover the expenses of maintaining common areas, amenities, and services within the community. These fees are typically determined based on the budgetary needs of the association and are often levied on a monthly, quarterly, or annual basis. Assessment...
are being rendered effectively and in accordance with contractual obligations. Indeed, to the extent walkways are not being cleared of leaves, the association may be exposed to greater liability in the event of an accident and a failure to properly maintain the common areas and facilities if they...
An HOA, or homeowners association, is a self-governing organization in “common-interest” communities where homeowners collectively pay fees to maintain the units or neighborhood. HOAs are typically run by resident homeowners, unpaid volunteers who are elected to a board of directors that oversees ...
While summer brings frequent mowing, grass doesn't become dormant until the first frost. While you'll probably be able to mow less, maybe every 2-3 weeks instead of every week, a regular mowing will maintain your yard's health. Cut grass to the appropriate height, too short, and the ro...
HOAs can also impose special assessments on homeowners when the association lacks sufficient reserves to pay for unexpected repairs on common areas such as sidewalks or parking lots.