Beginning January 1, 2024, the Davis-Stirling Act allows for a reduced quorum of 20% for the election of directors (but not for recall elections) for associations with quorum requirements greater than 20%. If an association relies on the reduced quorum provision in the Act, it may adjourn the meeting to a later date where the quorum requirement reduces to 20%. Procedurally, the chair of the meeting (the president of the association) consults with the inspector of elections to determine their availability on a particular date. The chair then adjourns the meeting to that date, which must be at least 20 days after the adjourned proceeding. No less than 15 days prior to the new meeting date, the association must provide general notice of the meeting, which includes: (1) the date, time, and location of the meeting, (2) the list of all candidates, and (3) a statement that 20% of the membership present or voting by proxy or secret ballot will satisfy the quorum requirements for the election of directors and that the ballots will be counted if the 20% quorum is reached.

While the law in California now permits a reduced quorum to only 20% of the members, we believe it is absolutely essential for the largest number of qualified voters to participate in the election process in order to ensure a truly representative board. Maximum voting turnout maximizes the probability that your HOA will elect a competent and conscientious board that takes its responsibilities seriously. See: Rights and Powers of HOA and Board Members and the links below.

Candidate Qualifications for Board of Directors

Election Rules Required