Q. My board allows a single resident to decorate common areas with cheap flowers and vases. This same resident planted Agave cactus on a common cul-de-sac island. Most residents quietly complain to each other and do nothing. The flowers are, to say the least, are very...
Can HOA Cover Legal Expenses While a Board Member is Being Sued?
Q. If the Board, or individual board members in our association are sued, we are told that the D&O insurance takes some time to kick in. The problem is that significant legal expenses could be incurred prior to the D&O coverage. Can the Association legally...
ARE WE INSURED FOR KIDS SUMMER CAMP IN HOA COUNTRY CLUB?
Q. The country club inside our gated community is holding a summer camp for children at the pool area. They will enter the community via school bus twice a week. The master HOA is not related to the club, but it is concerned about the liability. Is there some sort of...
Can We Fire Our Bad Landscaper Without Being Sued?
Q: Our association has a contract with a landscaping vendor that is becoming a problem. At first, we were happy with the service and we signed the contract presented to us. Now, we cannot terminate the vendor without a significant financial penalty and the vendor has...
Are Residents Entitled Full Access and Input to Association Financials?
Q. Our condo association recently had a budget meeting, and there were many accusations from the members regarding improper preparation of the budget and transparency in the process. Some members demanded more reports and updates on the association's finances. Others...