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From time to time real estate agents who are representing a buyer will call the management company to inquire about something that requires an interpretation of the CC&Rs. When this takes place, the appropriate thing for the management company to do is to advise the caller that he or she needs to read the CC&Rs…

The installation of hard surface flooring by owners of condominiums, above another unit, is likely to create a sound or noise problem if the installation is not done correctly. It is recommended that associations amend their CC&Rs to require a minimum IIC rating of IIC65 (Impact Insulation Class). Such an amendment must be voted upon…

It is a good practice for all associations to send a warning security disclaimer to all owners and residents each year. See: Warning and Security Disclaimer.

Board members are reminded to provide the management company with approved, signed minutes of all board meetings and executive session meetings even when a representative of the management was not in attendance. Corporate minutes are required to be taken and retained by the management company and the secretary of the association. Most importantly, board minutes…

Coast Management of California is pleased to announce that we have been hired to manage a 101-unit condominium association in Tarzana, California.

Some HOA management companies are placing their clients, property managers, and themselves at great risk by failing to pay employment related taxes and Workers’ Compensation Insurance. Property managers hired by management companies are employees, not independent contractors. If your management company fails to pay payroll taxes and Workers’ Compensation Insurance, your HOA and its members…

Coast Management of California is pleased to announce that we have been hired to manage a 14 unit condominium association in Westwood, California.

The deadline for elevated structure inspections is approaching. Given that an inspection may result in a special assessment, it is important that boards plan ahead. See: Elevated Structure Inspections

HOA board members are reminded that the use of tile on balconies is high problematic. See: Balcony Tile.

HOA boards are often uncertain whether they can declare an emergency and impose an emergency assessment. The rule is set forth in the Davis-Stirling Act. See: Emergency Assessments.