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The latest updates on HOA legislation, case law, news, insights and practical guidance for community associations – written by our expert attorneys.

It’s our privilege to welcome Horse Creek Ridge Community Association to Tinnelly Law Group’s growing family of HOA clients. Horse Creek Ridge is a community inspired by nature, by history and by the traditions of old California. It is a

It’s our privilege to welcome Soleil Aliso Viejo Homeowners Association to Tinnelly Law Group’s growing family of HOA clients. Soleil is a condominium association located in the coastal community of Aliso Viejo. Residents enjoy a community playground and panoramic views

We have just passed the two-year anniversary of California Civil Code 4515. This is the law that protects certain rights of members and residents to political speech and peaceful assembly within California community associations. With election season in full swing,

It’s our privilege to welcome Parkview Terrace Owners Association to Tinnelly Law Group’s growing family of HOA clients. Parkview Terrace is a brand new community of single-family homes by KB Home in San Diego. Residents will enjoy a plethora of

It’s our privilege to welcome Meadow Park Community Association to Tinnelly Law Group’s growing family of HOA clients. Meadow Park is a brand new condominium community by William Lyon Homes in Claremont. Residents will enjoy a large great lawn at

*Asked & Answered Asked – Is there any way to collect a fine other than going to court? Answered – Monetary penalties (i.e., fines) are just one of the many tools in a homeowners association’s (“HOA’s”) arsenal to enforce its

It’s our privilege to welcome Grand Park Community Association to Tinnelly Law Group’s growing family of HOA clients. Grand Park is a brand new master planned community by Lennar Homes in Ontario. Residents will enjoy the resort-style amenities of the

It’s our privilege to welcome The Oaks at Lake Forest Homeowners Association to Tinnelly Law Group’s growing family of HOA clients. The Oaks is a beautiful tree-lined community located within the Lake Forest II Master Association. Of the many benefits

Homeowners associations (“HOAs”) are governed by a group of volunteer members known as a “Board of Directors” (“Board”). Their primary responsibilities include: (1) managing the common areas, (2) managing the HOA’s finances, (3) setting policies to assist in the operation

In case you missed it, Issue # 43 of our ‘Community Association Update’ newsletter is available now! Topics covered in this issue include: SB 323 – Elections AB 670 – Accessory Dwelling Units SB 326 – Balcony Inspections & Builder

It’s our privilege to welcome Park West Association to Tinnelly Law Group’s growing family of HOA clients. Park West is a high-rise condominium community located in the Bankers Hill area of San Diego. Residents enjoy a community rooftop deck with

*New Case Law One of the primary purposes for which a homeowners’ association (“HOA”) is formed is to maintain and repair the HOA’s common areas, as well as any other areas designated within the HOA’s recorded Declaration of Covenants, Conditions

*Asked & Answered Asked – Our HOA Board of Directors has been advised that a homeowner who is delinquent in their payment of assessments has filed bankruptcy. If the homeowner obtains a bankruptcy discharge does the HOA have to write

It’s our privilege to welcome Greenhills Master Association to Tinnelly Law Group’s growing family of HOA clients. Greenhills is a master-planned community located in Chowchilla. It is a gated community containing approximately 10 different neighborhoods with varying architectural styles, lot

It’s our privilege to welcome Corona Highlands Property Owners Association, Inc. to Tinnelly Law Group’s growing family of HOA clients. Corona Highlands homes are located in Corona Del Mar. Residents enjoy private beach access gates, nearby trails through Crystal Cove,

*Asked and Answered Asked – How long should homeowners associations levy compliance fines against non-compliant Members before transferring the files to legal counsel? Answered – Monetary penalties (also known as “fines”) should be levied against non-compliant homeowners so long as