As the weather warms up, community association pools are open and ready to be enjoyed. In addition to cleaning the pool furniture and testing the chemicals in the water, boards are tasked with the responsibility of creating rules to protect against harm to those using the pool. Boards must...
Federal & Regulatory
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Pool Rule Reminder
For many community associations, summer generally means another pool season for the use and enjoyment of residents and their guests. Most community associations with this amenity have adopted a set of rules that are geared towards reasonably protecting the health, safety, and welfare of pool users, as well as the association...
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Protect Your Association Against Expensive Employment Litigation
Most community associations utilize independent contractors to service their property. A general example of an independent contractor is an association’s landscaper who uses its own machinery, works on other properties, and is paid in lump sums. However, some associations hire employees who only work for the association, are paid...
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FHA Has Issued New Owner Occupancy Requirements for Condominiums
As explained in a recent Kaman Report, in July 2016, President Obama signed into law H.R. 3700, the “Housing Opportunity through Modernization Act of 2016.” This law allowed FHA 90 days to issue new regulations pertaining to the owner occupancy requirements when reviewing condominium associations for FHA certification. On...