In a flurry of activity at the end of the 2-year cycle for the 131st Ohio General Assembly, Governor Kasich signed 17 bills into law, including HB 18, “The Flag Bill.” After passing the House unanimously in late 2015, the bill was amended in the Senate committee, but not...
Enforcement
Hoarding and Hoarders Must Be Handled With Care
The problems posed by community association residents who hoard are complex and difficult to manage. Boards have to balance the legitimate concerns of residents affected by hoarding, while respecting the rights of residents who hoard, or who are suspected of hoarding. The signs and symptoms of hoarding include foul...
Summer Time Rules!
It is that time of year again in Ohio! The warm weather entices everyone to go outside and enjoy all of summer’s possibilities. With the increased activity on your community association’s property, boards should review their rule booklets to help decrease issues from arising during the summer months. Rules...
K&C Assists Association with Tree and Trespassing Dispute
Kaman & Cusimano attorney Erika Finley recently assisted a gated community client in resolving a dispute with an owner regarding an old cucumber tree that is the subject of sightseeing by the surrounding community. To learn more, please read this story from the Canton Repository: http://www.cantonrep.com/article/20160108/NEWS/160109487
Increased Scrutiny on Community Associations by Fair Housing Advocates
Recently, several Kaman & Cusimano attorneys attended the 6th Annual Fair Housing Forum where several speakers presented material on recent developments in Fair Housing law. New scrutiny of condominium and homeowners association governing documents was one of the many issues discussed at this seminar. Specifically, the General Counsel for...