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The latest updates on HOA legislation, case law, news, insights and practical guidance for community associations – written by our expert attorneys.

We are proud to announce that Paseo at La Floresta has selected Tinnelly Law Group as their association legal counsel. Paseo at La Foresta, in the city of Brea, has a variety of architectural styles set against beautiful natural surroundings.

We recently blogged about some concerns which have surfaced in the HOA industry regarding the impact of new contractor licensing requirements. AB 2237 was passed in 2012 by the California Legislature to expand on the definition of the “contractors” who

We are proud to announce that Windwards Homeowners Assocation has selected Tinnelly Law Group as their association legal counsel. This beautiful condominium community has 187 units. It’s location close to Aliso Viejo Town Center provides residents with a taste of

*Asked & Answered Asked – Our high-rise condominium association does not allow dogs weighing over 40 pounds, but we have an owner that has requested an exception for her “companion” dog that is a 70 pound Golden Retriever. Does our

We are proud to announce that the Marbella Property Owners Association has selected Tinnelly Law Group as their association legal counsel. Located in San Juan Capistrano, this gorgeous gated community offers stunning custom homes, and members-only golf, tennis and recreational

*New Legislation AB 2237 was passed in 2012 by the California Legislature to expand the legal requirements for the “contractors” who are required to have a General Contractor’s “B” license from the State of California. The “contractors” who must be

We are proud to announce that Willmore Condominium Association has selected Tinnelly Law Group as their association legal counsel. This beautiful 11-story building is an Italian Renaissance Revival, designed by the same architects that designed the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel, and

*New Library Article “Always be prepared.” That simple phrase sums up the importance of funding and properly maintaining a reserve account. Accidents and surprise maintenance issues will inevitably pop up. When they do, the HOA that has been properly funding

We are privileged for the opportunities we have to build relationships with our HOA clients throughout the state of California. We are humbled when board members take the time to express their appreciation for the work we provide to their

*Asked & Answered Asked – Our HOA’s Architectural Committee received an application for a homeowner to install artificial grass in their front yard. Does Civil Code Section 1353.8 (Use of Low Water Using Plants) require us to approve it? Answered

We are proud to announce that Higgins Lofts has selected Tinnelly Law Group as their association legal counsel. This beautiful 10-story building in downtown Los Angeles was conceived and designed in 1910. Upon entering the lobby, residents are greeted with

Under the Davis Stirling Act as currently written, common interest developments (“CIDs”) are required to comply with certain procedures for conducting elections. Among other requirements, the Act requires CIDs run by homeowners associations (“HOAs”) to adopt rules and appoint inspectors

It’s our privilege to welcome The Whelan Ranch Condominium Community Association to Tinnelly Law Group’s growing family of HOA clients. Whelan Ranch is condo community located near Camp Pendleton and the Oceanside Golf Course in Oceanside. Residents enjoy a pool,

As we draw near to the 2020 election, many residents living in HOAs have decided to install yard signs and other displays for their chosen candidate or cause. Many of these “noncommercial” signs have sparked fury in those who oppose

Community associations buy insurance to obtain coverage in the case it becomes necessary. The reality is pre-litigation costs are expensive, ranging anywhere from a few thousand to tens of thousands of dollars. Litigation itself can be even more and this

It’s our privilege to welcome Menifee Hills Community Association to Tinnelly Law Group’s growing family of HOA clients. Located in the Temecula Valley, Menifee Hills is a Lennar product featuring two collections of homes offering spacious designs and mountain views.