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PAINT COLORS
The residence in HOA communities have expressed concerns about required paint colors for the exterior of the HOA common areas within the complex. Below is an article from the Davis-Stirling.com Newsletter by AK Adams Kessler regarding Reporting Rentals to Banks. QUESTION: We are in the process of selecting paint colors for the exteriors of our…
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REPORTING RENTALS TO BANKS
The issue of Reporting Rentals to Banks is a question that often comes up in HOA communities. Below is an article from the Davis-Stirling.com Newsletter by AK Adams Kessler regarding Reporting Rentals to Banks. QUESTION: Is my HOA required by law to gather data with regard to occupancy (owner or renter) in our development? I…
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DROUGHT EMERGENCY and Artificial Turf
Water drought issues are a constant in Southern California today. Below is an article from the Davis-Stirling.com Newsletter by Adams Kessler regarding Drought emergency and Artificial turf. “Readers asked if the Davis-Stirling Act or the drought emergency voids existing HOA restrictions on artificial turf. Attorney Curt Sproul of the law firm Sproul Trost, LLP provides the…
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How Can I Save Water In My Home?
The following are some water conservations tips directly from CalWater.com on how to save water in your home. Is your toilet a water hog? Replacing an old 3½- To 8-gallon-per-flush toilet WITH a new 1.28-gallon-per-flush (or less) high-efficiency model could save thousands of gallons per year. If you are thinking of replacing a toilet, rebates…
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HO-6 Policies
One glaring issue we continually see when reviewing claims for property damage losses to a condominium unit is how few unit owners have homeowners insurance. Statistics have shown that as many as 50% do not have a Condo (HO-6) policy. Some say to us that they thought the Association Master policy would cover their personal…
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HOA Preventative Maintenance
March Maintain pool equipment Treat & touch-up paint on all iron fencing April Advance time clocks one hour on the 6th! Deep clean pool furniture Check roofs for broken shingles/tiles; replace if necessary Clear brush around complex (fire control) May Check gas/water shutoffs Check & clean drain swales Check entry doors for…
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Useful Links for Condo Communities and Owners
This is information regarding the useful links for the various agencies. Davis-Stirling.com The Davis–Stirling Common Interest Development Act is the popular name of the portion of the California Civil Code beginning with section 4000, which governs condominium, cooperative, and planned unit development communities in California. California Contractors State License Board The Contractors State License Board…
