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January Survey Results
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When was the last time your reserve study was updated?
71% In the last 12 months
12% In the last 24 months
5% In the last 36 months
12% What's a reserve
study?
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Discrimination by HOAs, What is it and Are You Doing It? (Part II)
In Part I (January 2004 issue) of this article, we addressed the protected classes under the Fair Housing Amendments Act (“FHAA”) and the Colorado Civil Rights Act (“CCRA”), as well as various types of discrimination. Part II discusses the requirement of associations to make reasonable accommodations to rules and procedures for handicapped and disabled persons and allow handicapped and disabled persons to make reasonable modifications to their units and common elements.
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Understanding Fidelity Insurance
Many community associations are required by their declarations to carry “fidelity insurance.” But what exactly is fidelity insurance? What does it cover and, perhaps more importantly, what doesn’t it cover? In order to fully protect an association, it is important to understand the limitations and exceptions of an association’s fidelity insurance.
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Colorado Court of Appeals Gives HOAs a Boost
The Colorado Court of Appeals recently issued an opinion which helps homeowner associations bringing construction defect lawsuits concerning damage to individual townhome or condominium units. In Yacht Club II v. A.C. Excavating, the Colorado Court of Appeals decided the association is the proper party to pursue claims for construction defect damage to individual townhome units.
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The Importance of Communication
As lawyers, we often focus on whether the board has authority to take an action, the proper legal procedure for an action, the legal responsibilities of the association and the owners, and similar issues related to duty and authority. While the legal aspects of operating an association are important, it is vital board members, managers, and lawyers remember that communication between the board and members is just as important.
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Q & A Column
Community E-ssentials introduces a new monthly column. Each month we answer legal related questions submitted from our readers.
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Free Workshop in Fort Collins
Orten & Hindman and Benson & Associates
Presents…
Construction Defects, Mold and Board Member Duties:
A FREE workshop for homeowner association board members, managers & homeowners.
Saturday, March 6, 2004 from 8:00 am – 12:30 pm
Marriott Fort Collins
350 East Horsetooth Road
Click here for more details and to register.
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Community Associations Institute
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The Community Associations Institute (CAI) is a nonprofit organization that provides education and resources to community associations. To find out more about CAI visit www.caionline.org
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