New Client: The Crossings Rowhouse Association
We are proud to announce that The Crossings Rowhouse Association has selected Tinnelly Law Group as their associations’ legal counsel. The Crossings Rowhouse is a transit-oriented condominium community located in the city of Mountain View, 30 miles south of San Francisco. Residents enjoy a walkable and bikeable neighborhood, close to retail shops, parks, a daycare center, and the […]
Modifying Enforcement Policies; Avoiding Claims of ‘Selective Enforcement’
One problem that arises in the context of enforcing homeowners association (“HOA”) governing documents pertains to how consistently certain use restrictions in the governing documents are enforced over time. For example, if a HOA has historically failed to enforce a particular restriction, a decision to enforce that restriction against a particular owner may subject the […]
New Client: Savannah at Mountain House Owners’ Association
We are proud to announce that Savannah at Mountain House Owners’ Association has selected Tinnelly Law Group as their associations’ legal counsel. Savannah is a brand new single family home community in the growing town of Mountain House being developed by Signature Homes. Residents will enjoy a true neighborhood vibe, where they can share a cup […]
AB 596: Is Your Community FHA or VA Certified?
We have previously blogged about Federal Housing Administration (FHA) certification for condominium associations. Recently, the California legislature proposed AB 596 (Daly), which would add a separate document to the Annual Budget Package disclosing whether the condominium association is FHA approved. This bill would also require a second document disclosing whether the condominium association is approved […]
New Client: Avelina Homeowners Association
We are proud to announce that Avelina Homeowners Association has selected Tinnelly Law Group as their associations’ legal counsel. Avelina is a brand new single family detached home community in the city of Perris being developed by Pulte Homes. The community features five versatile floor plans ranging from 1,959 to 3,286+ square feet with 3-7 […]
Expanded Scope of ‘Judicial Deference’ – Authority to Impose Short-term Renter Fees
*New Case Law In the landmark case of Lamden v. La Jolla Shores Clubdominium Homeowners Assn. (1999) 21 Cal.4th 249 (“Lamden“), the California Supreme Court established what is known as the “Rule of Judicial Deference” or “Lamden Rule” that, in sum, requires courts to defer to decisions made by a HOA’s Board of Directors regarding […]
New Client: Coronado at Aliso Viejo Homeowners Association
We are proud to announce that Coronado at Aliso Viejo Homeowners Association has selected Tinnelly Law Group as their association’s legal counsel. Coronado was built in 1994 by Lohn Laing Homes in the City of Aliso Viejo, which is known for its rolling hills, low crime, clean air, and close proximity to the beach. Residents […]
CA Supreme Court Expands Scope of Attorney’s Fees Awards Under Civ. Code Section 5975(c)
*New Case Law Litigation can be a time consuming and costly endeavor. These two factors typically weigh heavily against filing a lawsuit, especially where there is no ability for the party prevailing in the lawsuit to recover its attorney’s fees and costs. By default, the “American Rule” with respect to attorney’s fees awards states that […]
New Client: Spanish Walk Community Association
We are proud to announce that Spanish Walk Community Association has selected Tinnelly Law Group as their associations’ legal counsel. Spanish Walk is a gated, master planned community with condominiums and single family homes. The community amenities include two pools and spas, fitness center, playground areas, billiard room, beautifully designed clubhouse with an equipped kitchen […]
Expanded Emergency Regulation: Prohibited Irrigation Activities
*New Regulations The prolonged period of drought in California has resulted in numerous regulatory and legislative changes aimed at addressing the water shortage (i.e., legislation regarding low-water using plants and watering during droughts). On March 17, 2015, the State Water Resources Control Board adopted an expanded emergency regulation to safeguard California’s remaining water supplies. Under […]