In Ohio, any pool serving more than three residential dwellings is considered a “public pool,” which means that nearly every condominium and homeowners association pool is classified as “public” despite its private ownership and access. This means that your community pool falls under the regulations outlined in the Ohio...
Spring is finally here, which means summer is right around the corner, bringing with it the opening of association swimming pools, more frequent visits from the association’s landscaper, members spending more time outdoors, and…garage sales! While garage sales may seem like a harmless tradition, and a form of weekend...
Attorneys John Izzo and Andrew Meinert delivered a presentation on May 11, 2023, for the Ohio State Bar Association on Community Association Law Basics. They highlighted the growing popularity of community association living, with approximately 1.7 million Ohio residents currently residing in 8,000 associations throughout the state. During their...
When it comes to short-term rentals, Airbnb has become a household name. Whether you’re traveling and need a house, apartment, or condominium for a short period, chances are you will turn to Airbnb or similar platforms. Short-term rentals not only offer families traveling together a chance to stay under...
The recent changes to Ohio’s sports gambling laws, which took effect on January 1, 2023, have prompted many board members to inquire about the possibility of community associations holding bingo game or raffles. In short, the laws related to bingo and raffles remains the same. Only charitable corporations may...