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HOA Rule Creation & Enforcement: A Beginner's Guide for Board Members

The way your association handles rule-making—and breaking—directly correlates to the success of your community.

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As a member of a homeowners’ association (HOA), you’re legally required to follow all rules and regulations. At first glance, having rules for a neighborhood or community may seem restrictive; however, there are many benefits to having a robust set of guidelines, including:


 • Preserving the aesthetics of an area

• Protecting and enhancing home values

• Enforcing the community’s Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions (CC&Rs) & Bylaws

• Maintaining the property of the association and its owners


The way your association handles rule-making—and breaking—directly correlates to the success of your community. In this ebook, you’ll learn how to determine if you need new rules, how to create good rules, how to enforce rules effectively, and more!