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2 ABOUT COMMUNITY GOVERNING DOCUMENTS Every homeowners' association (HOA) and condominium association (COA) is governed by a set of documents that define the authority of the association and detail what board members and residents can and cannot do. Usually drafted by attorneys, governing documents can be hundreds of pages long. Within these pages are references to federal and state laws, recorded maps or plats, covenants, conditions, and restrictions (CC&Rs), articles of incorporation, bylaws, and rules. Legally binding documents, the governing documents promote harmony, offer guidance, and maintain consistency. However, a community's goals and priorities will change over time, and it's essential to ensure the governing documents reflect the evolving needs of the community and remain legally compliant. Because governing documents can be complex, amending them may feel daunting. At Associa, we've spent decades helping HOA and COA boards navigate the amendment process. With more than 20 years' experience in association management, Robin Kingston, CMCA ® , senior property manager for Evergreen Management Group, an Associa ® Company, offers expert tips for making changes to your official governing documents. Read on! About Robin Kingston, CMCA ® With more than 20 years' experience in managing HOAs and COAs, Robin brings a wealth of knowledge to her position as senior property manager for Evergreen Management Group, an Associa ® Company. In addition to her background in business management and planning and zoning for municipalities, Robin's accreditations include the Certified Manager of Community Associations (CMCA ® ) designation from the Community Associations Institute and the Associa CAM Financial certification. 7 6 5 4 8 9 10 3 2

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