Q: Our board has a member whose participation is perfunctory at best. He rarely responds to emails or participates in email discussions. I have missed meetings. When he does attend meetings, he rarely participates in discussion. May the board vote to remove him? We would like to open the position up to someone who would … Read more
Q: If the association bylaws state that a director can only be removed by a 51% of the membership, can that bylaw be nullified by recent legislation? — MW, Chowchilla. A: Your question refers to the new law in effect this year, which allows a reduction of HOA member quorum if the HOA fails to … Read more
California law, under Civil Code Section 4525, requires specific disclosures be provided to HOA members upon request, so they can relay them to prospective homebuyers. Well-run HOAs should have these readily available. Here is a checklist for buyers, sellers, and managers: Governing documents CC&R’s, bylaws, rules/regulations, Articles of Incorporation (or statement of non-incorporation), and Condominium … Read more
Q: I have a question regarding clarification of Civil Code 5115 — an “election” versus a “recall.” If bylaws say 51% for the “removal” of a director by the membership, but another bylaw reads a quorum can be as low as 15% for an election of directors, which one is in effect for a “recall” … Read more
SAN DIEGO, Sept. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — In a world where gratitude and support for our heroes are paramount, Kaminskiy Design and Remodeling and Kaminskiy Care and Repair are proud to announce the launch of the “Kaminskiy Gives Back Campaign.” This initiative is dedicated to honoring our veterans, first responders, and senior citizens by allowing … Read more
By WYATTE GRANTHAM-PHILIPS NEW YORK — LL Flooring, the hardwood flooring retailer formerly known as Lumber Liquidators, is going out of business. Less than a month after filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, the Virginia-based company says it is now “winding down operations” after failing to find a buyer in recent negotiations with prospective bidders. … Read more
By some estimates, one third of all California homes are in some kind of common interest development, a number that is growing. California law lists four types of common interest developments in Civil Code Section 4100: community apartment, stock cooperative, condominium and planned development. The real estate interest owned is completely different in each, and … Read more
SHANGHAI, Aug. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The 26th China Clean Expo, organized by IM Sinoexpo and supported by ISSA – The worldwide cleaning industry association, China Tourist Hotel Association, China Commerce Association for General Merchandise and China Architectural Culture Centre, is pleased to call for annual big gathering at Shanghai New International Expo Center (SNIEC) … Read more
A new law signed recently in Sacramento will expand the field of experts eligible to inspect balconies or “exterior elevated elements” at California homeowners associations. Civil Code Section 5551 requires that all HOAs inspect elevated elements by Dec. 31, 2024. That statute requires the inspection to be conducted by a licensed architect or structural engineer, … Read more
Occasionally, it’s a great idea to clear your mind, empty the inbox, and allow your thoughts to be random. Today, dear readers, is such a moment. It’s fascinating how the mind can wander through a labyrinth of thoughts, each one seemingly unrelated yet all part of the same intricate web of our daily lives. Today, … Read more
