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Is the HOA Responsible for Damage Caused By Roof Repairs?
Due to storm/hurricane damage in 2008, my HOA decided that the roofs needed to be replaced. The HOA hired a contractor to replace the roof on each unit / townhome, including the detached garages, and each homeowner was charged $2,500. Apparently, the project was completed in January of 2009. In 2008, when the hurricane occurred, I was not at home. During the time that the ...
05/14/2011 | Category: Real Property » Homeowner's ... | State: Texas | #24833Can a Homeowner Association Make an Owner reimburse Legal Fees for a Lawsuit Won by the Owner?
My building does not allow DogsThere are 2 Dogs in my building already.I brought a legitimate Doctors note -it says medically the Dog helps my anxiety disorderThe board fought this and hired an attorney --The board lost the caseNow the board is trying to have me pay there attorney fees of 992 dollarsI am going to fight thisyour opinion please
04/20/2011 | Category: Real Property » Homeowner's ... | State: New York | #24684Can a Homeowner Association Prevent Me From Renting My Home?
Can the HOA stop me from renting the townhouse that has been a rental for five years?
03/04/2011 | Category: Real Property » Homeowner's ... | State: Wisconsin | #24338Can I Sue My Co-op Board for Harassment, Abuse of Power and Back Fees?
I plan to file claim against my co-op board in small claims court, to seek reimbursement for fees I paid them that were basically extortion and abuse of power. Is that legitimate? Also can emotional distress and harrassment and/or defamation be heard in the same claim, as long my claim is below $5,000, the limit in Small Claims Court? Should I wait and file separately for the ...
12/21/2010 | Category: Real Property » Homeowner's ... | State: New York | #23860What Are a Trustee's Rights to Be on the Board of a Homeowners Association?
Our home is in a trust. We belong to an HOA. My father is administrator of the trust. He has assigned me (his daughter) to represent the trust with the HOA. As the representative, I feel I should have all rights of any homeowner such as being on the board or holding an officer position. What statute should I use to force the board to accept the representative of this prope...
12/17/2010 | Category: Real Property » Homeowner's ... | State: Texas | #23832Can a Private Club Charge Higher Dues for Owning Multiple Properties?
Can membership in private clubs be based on the total number of lots in a community or is it limited to the people. I am one person but because I own two lots I must pay two membership dues to this private club. Other people who only own one lot can have as two legal members and an unlimited number of guests using the facilities of this private club but only have to pay one ...
12/08/2010 | Category: Real Property » Homeowner's ... | State: Florida | #23785Is a Homeowners Association Liable for Mold Due to Failure to Repair Roof?
the DOC's state the HOA is responsible for 'roof maintenance, repair ...' . I have mold growing on my ceiling as a result of a leaking skylight. Since the HOPA failed to even communicate with me I had to get the DBPR in Tallahassee involved just to get the leak fixed. Are they also responsible for fixing the damage to my drywall as a result of 'failure to maintain' (the roof is...
11/28/2010 | Category: Real Property » Homeowner's ... | State: Florida | #23717What is the Term for Filing a Lawsuit Without a Basis to Get Revenge on Someone?
What is the legal definition of abuse of power as related to an elected HOA Board who pursues a lawsuit legally but with the purpose of punishing a resident who has leveled charges of corruption, which are unproven but have very good basis, in many ways.
10/10/2010 | Category: Real Property » Homeowner's ... | State: Florida | #23365How Do I Remove a Member of the Board of a Homeowner's Association?
A few weeks ago, there were allegations from two residents that the HOA Board President threatened physical violence towards another homeowner (a woman) and board member. The two witnesses came forward and provided a written statement and met with the entire board, including the President, stating that the President said he wanted to physically harm/hurt another resident and ...
09/21/2010 | Category: Real Property » Homeowner's ... | State: New Jersey | #23222How Does a HOA File a Lien on a Unit Owner in Colorado?
Hi, I'm treasurer of an HOA and we have the right to put a lien on homeowners when they do not pay their dues. We have a homeowner who is 2 years delinquent. We would like to put a lien on his home. What steps do we take and what forms do we need? Our assessors office weren't helpful in this matter. Thanks
09/20/2010 | Category: Real Property » Homeowner's ... | State: Colorado | #23213