Does your HOA need to permit a fence that violates the restrictive covenants as a reasonable accommodation under the Fair Housing Act? Disputes over whether fences that violate restrictive covenants are a reasonable accommodation under the Fair Housing Act are often tricky for condominium and homeowners
3 Legal Essentials for Michigan Condo Boards Adopting Rules The governing documents of a condominium association are intended to address the various provisions and restrictions that apply to the co-owners and the association. The condominium documents, however, simply cannot address each and every specific situation that
Michigan Homeowners’ Energy Policy Act Takes Effect April 1, 2025: Does Your HOA Have a Solar Energy Policy? On July 8, 2024, the Governor signed the Homeowners’ Energy Policy Act, MCL 559.301, et seq. (“HEPA”), which becomes effective on April 1, 2025. The HEPA is intended
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
Should Your Condominium Association Have A Maintenance Matrix? Common complaints that co-owners have about the condominium’s master deed and bylaws are that they are poorly written, full of legalese, and are difficult to understand. When it comes to the responsibilities of the condominium association and co-owners
Don’t sweat the small stuff. While it may be a good tip for reducing stress in your life, it is almost certainly not a good tip when it comes to following the governing documents for your condo or HOA. In fact, ensuring that all of
