Christmas Lights and Legal Fights: Federal Court Questions Enforcement of HOA’s Holiday Decoration Rules Under the Fair Housing Act Holiday displays are a frequent source of contention within community associations, often raising questions about how to regulate them fairly and uniformly. Courts have consistently emphasized that
3 Best Practices for Regulating Political Signs in Your Condo or HOA Election seasons these days never seem to end, with dozens of national, state, and local races and issues up for consideration in any given year and new campaigns that begin as soon as an
Liability Protection: How to Protect the Condo Association Against Increased Premises Liability Exposure As recently decided by the Michigan Supreme Court in Janini v London Townhouses Condominium Association, issued July 11, 2024 (Docket No. 164158), a co-owner on the condominium’s common elements is now classified as
Top 4 Legal Considerations for Gated Communities in Michigan: What Condos and HOA’s Need to Know Imagine living in an exclusive, gated condominium community where security and privacy are top priorities. Whether your home is nestled in a suburban site condominium or perched in a sophisticated
HB 5028 Passes: A Michigan HOAs’ Guide to Solar Panels and Energy-Saving Improvements under the Homeowners’ Energy Policy Act The Michigan legislature recently enacted the Homeowners’ Energy Policy Act, 2024 PA 68, which imposes new requirements on Michigan homeowners associations with respect to installing solar panels
4 Step Process to Enforcing Condominium Bylaws Enforcing condominium bylaws is essential for maintaining the harmony and integrity of a community. At Hirzel Law, we understand the complexities involved in this process and offer a straightforward four-step approach to ensure compliance and resolve conflicts effectively. Here’s
