§4035 – Method of Document Delivery

If a provision of this act requires that a document be delivered to an association, the document shall be delivered to the person designated in the annual policy statement, prepared […]

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§4020 – Local Zoning Ordinance

Unless a contrary intent is clearly expressed, a local zoning ordinance is construed to treat like structures, lots, parcels, areas, or spaces in like manner regardless of the form of […]

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§4010 – Invalidation of Documents

Nothing in the act that added this part shall be construed to invalidate a document prepared or action taken before January 1, 2014, if the document or action was proper […]

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§4005 – Headings

Division, part, title, chapter, and article headings do not in any manner affect the scope, meaning, or intent of this act.

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§4000 – Citation

This part shall be known and may be cited as the Davis-Stirling Common Interest Development Act. In a provision of this part, the part may be referred to as the […]

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Article 1. Preliminary Provisions (§4000-§4070)

§4000 – Citation §4005 – Headings §4010 – Invalidation of Documents §4020 – Local Zoning Ordinance §4035 – Method of Document Delivery §4040 – Individual Delivery or Notice §4041 – […]

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§1371 Boundaries of Units; Presumption

In interpreting deeds and condominium plans, the existing physical boundaries of a unit in a condominium project, when the boundaries of the unit are contained within a building, or of […]

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§1378 – Procedures for Architectural Approval; Appeal to the Board of Directors

This section applies if an association’s governing documents require association approval before an owner of a separate interest may make a physical change to the owner’s separate interest or to […]

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§1376 – Video or Television Antennas; Satellite Dish Systems; Restrictions on Installation; Application for Approval

Any covenant, condition, or restriction contained in any deed, contract, security instrument, or other instrument affecting the transfer or sale of, or any interest in, a common interest development that […]

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§1375.1 – Disclosure to Members; Resolution of Design or Construction Defect Dispute

As soon as is reasonably practicable after the association and the builder have entered into a settlement agreement or the matter has otherwise been resolved regarding alleged defects in the […]

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Serving on the Board: It’s About Team Building and Leadership

Published in the ECHO Journal, May 2013 Whether you are a newly elected board member or one who has served for several years, you should come to the table with […]

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Changes At DEFH, And Why It Matters To You

Published in the ECHO Journal, May 2013 The acronym “DEFH” is becoming increasingly known to homeowner’s associations, and in a most unhappy way. The California Department of Employment and Housing […]

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Why AB 2237 Does Not Require California Community Association Managers to have a General Contractor’s License Unless…

Published in the ECHO Journal, May 2013 The blogosphere has been burning up lately over a new law that some commentators say might require California community association managers to have […]

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Top 5 Reasons Your Association Needs ECHO

Published in the ECHO Journal, June 2013 5. Managing an HOA is difficult. Doing it alone is impossible. With ECHO, you’re not alone! Did you know that there are over […]

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Maintenance Do’s and Disasters

Published in the ECHO Journal, June 2013 The following article is a composite of experiences from members of the ECHO Maintenance Resource Panel (MRP) of actual events. As a long […]

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A Construction Manager Looks at Reserve Studies

Published in ECHO Journal, June 2013 We recently took on the responsibility for specifying and managing the repairs and partial re-paving of the roads and parking areas in a fairly […]

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Annual Financial Statement Review: Working with your CPA

Published in the ECHO Journal, November 2013 The California Civil Code, under Section 1365(c) [new code §5305] of the Davis-Stirling Common Interest Development Act, requires that: “A review of the […]

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Lessons from the Field: Winning Strategies for Managing Maintenance Costs

Published in the ECHO Journal, November 2013 Building maintenance in common interest developments can be a burdensome task, particularly in older developments. Often it is neglected due to a lack […]

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When Good Intentions Go Bad

Published in the ECHO Journal, November 2013 This article addresses ten real-life examples of situations faced by boards of directors. Not all decisions are easy. Be careful not to ignore […]

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Reserve Analysis and Implementation

Published in the ECHO Journal, November 2013 The most important function of the board of directors is preservation of the property for the quiet enjoyment of the residents. And the […]

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Mandatory Funding?

Board Funding Is Mandatory in California Did you know that California has a mandatory full-funding statute for community associations? Civil Code §5600 says: The association shall levy regular and special assessments sufficient […]

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Proactive Landscaping: Conducting a Walkthrough on Your Property

Regular site walkthroughs with your landscape service providers are essential. Site walkthroughs help HOAs communicate their desires, stay informed about site issues, and be proactive and strategic in determining priority […]

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